A visa agency handles the admin of your application: forms, appointment bookings, document packs, submissions where allowed, and passport return. It suits travellers who want the process managed.
For advice-led help on complex cases see visa consultants.
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Get Visa Agency QuotesAgency vs Doing It Yourself
| Task | Yourself | Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Online form | You complete | Agency completes with you |
| Document checklist | Consulate website | Tailored list |
| Appointment booking | You book | Agency books |
| Courier | You arrange | Often included |
| Official fees | Paid by you | Still paid - shown separately |
Visa Agency Fees
| Service | Indicative assistance fee | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Full application handling - UK, USA, Canada | R1,800 - R4,500 | Optional |
| Full handling - Schengen | R1,500 - R3,500 | Optional |
| eVisa handling | R400 - R1,500 | Optional |
| Passport collection and courier | R250 - R900 | Optional |
Fees may change and should be confirmed with the relevant government, embassy, consulate or authorised visa application provider before applying. Rand amounts are approximate conversions and assistance fees are indicative market ranges, not quotations.
Red Flags
- Promises of guaranteed approval.
- Claims of special access to embassies or appointment systems.
- Official fees bundled so you cannot see them.
- Requests to pay into a personal account.
- Advice to leave out refusals or change facts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a visa agency do?
It handles admin such as forms, appointment booking, document checks and passport return.
How much does a visa agency cost?
Commonly R400 for eVisas up to about R4,500 for full UK, USA or Canada applications, plus official fees.
Is a visa agency the same as a visa application centre?
No. Application centres are contracted by governments. Agencies are independent businesses.
Requests sent through Visa Application go to independent providers who handle visa agency applications regularly.
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Visa approval is solely at the discretion of the relevant immigration authority. Visa Application is not a government department, embassy, consulate or visa application centre, and no provider can guarantee approval, appointment availability or processing time.
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