Employment in South Africa

Circular to Physiotherapists who wish to Obtain Employment in South Africa

Registration of Physiotherapists

All practising physiotherapists in South Africa are required by law to register with the Health Profession Council of South Africa, the registering body for physiotherapists being the Professional Board for Physiotherapy. Application forms may be obtained from the Registrar, Professional Board for Physiotherapy, Health Profession Council of South Africa, P.O. Box 205, Pretoria, 0001. Telephone 27-12-328-6680

A copy of your medical certificate of qualification, certified by a public notary, will be required together with an official translation if necessary, details of training e.g. Hours of clinical experience etc. are essential.

Applications accepted for registration may be accorded full or limited registration. Applications receiving limited registration are required to work at a specified institution where supervision is available. After a minimum of two years, candidates may undergo an examination which entitles them to full registration if they pass.

Work Permit

A work permit is required to work in South Africa. You may apply for one at your nearest South African Consulate or Embassy. You can only obtain a work permit if you have applied for and obtained a definite offer of a post in the country before your arrival. A work permit is issued for a minimum of six months, and must be renewed six monthly. After approximately 2 years permanent residence status will be required. For full particulars of conditions in South Africa, apply to:
South Africa Embassy, Consulate or Representative in your Country

OFFICIAL ORGANISATION

The official Organisation is the South African Society of Physiotherapy, whose headquarters are in Johannesburg with branches in all the provinces. On arrival in the Country, application for membership of the Society should be made to: