A business tender is an offer to do work or supply goods at a fixed price. The tender or bid process is designed to ensure that the work to be done is given out in a fair way. There are a number of policies (known as ‘procurement policies’) which are used as guides on how to make decisions… Read More »
To operate a fishing vessel in South Africa, you must take the vessel to the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) to test the vessel for sea-worthiness. Samsa will do an evaluation procedure and issue you with a Safety Certificate. Once you have the certificate, you must apply with the Department of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries in Cape Town for a fishing… Read More »
If you’re planning to start a business you’ll probably need a business licence. If your business needs a licence to operate you may not start trading until a licence has been issued. Trading without a valid licence is a punishable offense. To operate your business, you’ll need to comply with certain health and safety regulations. Certain businesses require… Read More »
An Import and an Export License is simply an assigned code that informs the government what kind of goods you’re importing and/or exporting. This code is also sometimes referred to as a customs code or a CNN number. You get an Import Licensee or an Export License when you register as an Importer or an Exporter. Almost all… Read More »
Remotely-piloted aircraft systems or Drones have been part of us lately and there has been the good and side which has called for the regulation of how drones are used. Drones are used privately or commercially. One do not need a licence to own or use a drone privately in South Africa but has to follow some rules.… Read More »
A driving school is a commercial establishment that is authorized to teach individuals how to drive through a series of behind-the-wheel lessons. Licensed driving schools employ instructors who showcase effectiveness in teaching student drivers how to operate motor vehicles safely and responsibly. Below is the list of driving schools in South Africa; Professional Driving Academy of South Africa (Pty)… Read More »
An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a legal document that endorses your South African driver’s licence. The International Driving Permit (IDP), whilst being a legal document, also translates your licence into several languages, so that it can easily be read and understood in non-English speaking countries. Finally, it’s a legal proof of identification when you travel abroad and… Read More »
You need a driving licence to drive legally on South African roads. Before applying for a driving licence, you must have a learners licence. Different licences are issued for the various categories of motor vehicle: Code A1: This is for a motorcycle with or without a sidecar and with an engine not exceeding 125 cc. You must be… Read More »
If you have been granted South African permanent residence, you must convert your foreign driving licence to a South African one within a year of receiving your permanent residence permit. If you fail to convert your licence within one year, it will be regarded as invalid. You can also apply to convert your driving licence to a South… Read More »
A professional driving permit (PrDP) is needed to drive public transport and heavy-duty vehicles, for example, taxis, buses and breakdown vehicles. There are some exceptions though, as you won’t need a PrDP to drive a hearse or a tractor. Before it was called a PrDP, a professional driving permit was originally called a public drivers permit (PDP) which… Read More »