Information for foreign same sex partners of South African Citizens or permanent residency holders.
Immigration to South Africa with your Same Sex Partner
South Africa does not discriminate between same sex immigration and heterosexual immigration.
The rules and regulations that govern same sex immigration with life partners and spouses (civil marriage) are exactly the same.
If you are in a permanent same sex relationship with a South African citizen or permanent residency holder see here for more information on the appropriate type of permits and visas to apply for.