How to Apply International Applicants through CAO : Central Applications Office

Organization : Central Applications Office
Head Quarters: Durban
Facility : How to apply International Applicants through CAO
Website : http://www.cao.ac.za/Apply.aspx?content=International
Apply Here : http://www.cao.ac.za/IDLookup.aspx

What is an International Applicant?

** An international applicant is a person who is not a citizen or permanent resident of South Africa.
** The higher education institutions of KwaZulu- Natal welcome applications from international applicants for their formal degree, diploma and certificate programmes.

Related / Similar Facility : CAO Status Check

** Some institutions also offer the opportunity of study in South Africa for one semester or one year.
** Durban University of Technology and the University of KwaZulu-Natal cannot accept international applicants into their access programmes.

How To Apply For International Applicants Through CAO?

** If you are applying for short-term study apply directly to the institution.
** If you are applying to either Durban University of Technology, the University of Zululand, Mangosuthu Universitiy of Technology or to several institutions as the same time, apply through the CAO.

** If you are applying to the University of KwaZulu-Natal, apply directly to the institution.
** Applications to study Medicine at the University of KwaZulu-Natal are considered ONLY from citizens of the following SADC countries Botswana, Lesotho and Mauritius.

Deadlines for applications :
** International applicants should apply as early as possible.
** You will need a letter of acceptance from the higher education institution before you can apply for your Study Permit.

** The permit application will take up to eight weeks to be processed.
** The University of KwaZulu-Natal will not consider international applications received after 31 October 2016.

How To Apply For Study Permits?

** Apply to the South African Embassy, High Commission, Consulate or Trade Office for a Study Permit once you have a letter from the institution offering you a place.
** Acceptance by an institution does not place any obligation on the South African government to issue or renew Study Permits.

** The permit currently costs R425, and must be renewed annually.
** This price will rise from 1 April 2008.
** Registered refugees and asylum seekers and others with Residence Permits allowing them to study do not require Study Permits.

Costs

** Institutions can advise on the fees charged to international students and the cost of living.
** All international students are required by the South African government to take out private healthcare insurance, which can normally be arranged through the institution you are attending.

** Make sure you are insured for the whole period of study. You will not get subsidised treatment in South African government hospitals.

** If you are not sponsored by a South African organisation or citizen, you will have to deposit cash or a bank guarantee equivalent to the airfare Entry 2009 131 to your country of origin.
** International students do not normally qualify for financial assistance from South African institutions.

Contact details :
The Matriculation Board
PO Box 3854,
Pretoria, 0001
012 481 2847 / 2848
012 481 2718 / 2922
Email:exemptions@hesa-enrol.ac.za

FAQ On Central Applications Office

The Central Applications Office (CAO) is an online application system used by many universities and colleges in South Africa to manage and process applications from prospective students. Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the CAO:

Which universities and colleges in South Africa use the CAO?
Many universities and colleges in South Africa use the CAO, including the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban University of Technology, Mangosuthu University of Technology, and several others.

What types of qualifications can be applied for through the CAO?
The CAO handles applications for a wide range of qualifications, including undergraduate degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

How do I apply through the CAO?
You can apply through the CAO by creating an account on their website, selecting the institutions and qualifications you wish to apply for, and submitting your application online.

Additional Simplified Procedure

Here are the steps on how to apply for international applicants through CAO:
1. Go to the CAO website: https://cao.ac.za/
2. Click on the “International Applicants” tab.
3. Click on the “Apply” button.
4. Create an account or log in to your existing account.
5. Select the qualification you want to apply for.
6. Fill out the online application form.
7. Upload the required documents.
8. Pay the application fee.
9. Submit your application.

The application fee for international applicants through CAO is €150.00. You can pay the application fee by credit card, debit card, or EFT.

Here are the required documents for applying for international applicants through CAO:
** A copy of your passport.
** A copy of your school leaving certificate or equivalent qualification.
** A copy of your tertiary academic record(s), if applicable.
** A certified true copy of official transcripts of all your previous studies.
** A letter of motivation explaining why you want to study in South Africa.
** A letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor.

You can find more information about the application process and the required documents on the CAO website.

Here are some tips for applying for international applicants through CAO:
** Make sure that you have all of the required documents before you start the application process.
** Carefully fill out the online application form.
** Make sure that you upload clear scans of your documents.
** Check the status of your application regularly.

Note:
The CAO application process is competitive, so it is important to submit your application early. The application window usually opens in September and closes in March. If you are approved for admission through CAO, you will receive a letter of acceptance from CAO. You will then need to apply for a visa to study in South Africa.