The SWAP South Africa Work Package
The South Africa Package at a Glance

Eligibility: Full-time post-secondary students and/or 2011 grads, 18-30 years of age. Part-time students and part-time grads are not eligible. High school students are not eligible

Registration Deadline: Click here for orientation dates and registration deadlines

Repeat Participation: No

Visa Duration: Any period up to 1 year

Registration Fee:
$850

Support Funds: $2,000. What are support funds?

Visa

One-year South African visa.

Accomodations

Accommodation upon arrival: 2 nights' accommodation at a hostel in Cape Town.

Support
  • Airport pick-up services to hostel in Cape Town
  • A comprehensive arrival orientation hosted by our South African partner, SASTS, in Cape Town, which includes tours and work and safety information
  • Hosting centre is equipped with phone, fax machine, internet and computer access
  • SASTS provides ongoing guidance and support services throughout the full duration of your stay
  • After-hours emergency line
  • Mail-drop address in Cape Town
Resources
  • Our expert SWAP materials: Welcome and Final packages to assist with trip preparation
  • A South Africa travel guide book
  • Work in South Africa handbook, provided at the orientation
How to Register

Registering for SWAP South Africa is easy. Download the SWAP Registration Form.

To complete your registration take all your documents to our closest partner office click here to find an office.