Management of Work Permit Applications for Expats
Serge Teffo
In plain English
South African Airways Technical is seeking a professional service provider to manage the work permit application process for expatriate employees in several African countries. Qualified global mobility and immigration agencies with relevant experience and compliance documentation can bid.
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South African Airways Technical (SAAT) is seeking a professional service provider to manage the end-to-end work permit application process for expatriate employees. The project aims to ensure legal compliance with labor laws in Nigeria, Ghana, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Uganda. The successful bidder will handle approximately five applications annually, including pre-assessment of candidates, document procurement, and liaison with local government ministries. Key deliverables include drafting application dossiers, providing monthly status updates, and issuing proactive notifications at least 90 days before permit expirations. The contract duration is 36 months. Bidders are evaluated on their ability to secure permits within 1 to 8 weeks. The tender is issued by SAAT and the closing date for submissions is 25 June 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate from a SANAS accredited agency
- Proven experience in African corporate immigration and case management
- Proof of in-country representation via in-house staff or third-party agents
- Three corporate client references and two letters of successful past performance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Serge Teffo
Email: sergeteffo@flysaa.com
Phone: 011-978-3444
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted via email to sergeteffo@flysaa.com or delivered to the bid box at 8 Jones Road, SAA Technical, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, 1627, by 11:00 am on 25 June 2026.
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