Business & investor visas
Swazi Investor / Self-Employment Residence Permit
A Temporary Residence Permit route for foreign nationals establishing or running a business in Eswatini as self-employed persons or investors.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
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Eswatini does not publish a dedicated investor visa; this route is a Temporary Residence Permit applied to self-employed/business persons. Specific investment thresholds, validity and fees are not published on the official pages reviewed.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Eswatini government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Temporary Residence Permit (self-employment / business)
- Route type
- Business / investor temporary residence
- Validity
- Set by the Director of Immigration Services
- Exact period not confirmed on official pages
- Where to apply
- Department of Immigration Services, Ministry of Home Affairs
Who it is for
- Entrepreneurs establishing a business in Eswatini
- Investors and self-employed foreign nationals running a business locally
Requirements
- Evidence of the business or investment in Eswatini
- Valid passport and supporting personal documents
- Application decided on merit by the immigration committee
How to apply
- Apply to the Department of Immigration Services
- Provide business registration and supporting documents
- Await the committee's decision on the grant of the permit
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.