SA work visas explained Looking to apply for a work visa? There are three types of work visas in South Africa: the Critical Skills Work Visa, General Work Visa and Intra-Company Transfer Work Visa. Scorpion explains what you need to know. 1. Critical Skills Work Visa A critical skills visa means you are applying for work in South Africa that is on the Critical Skills List. This list is periodically updated and published in the Government Gazette. You do not need an employment offer to apply for