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Information about South Africa
South Africa offers the world's greatest natural beauty. It has great wildlife-watching and also beautiful cosmopolitan cities like Johannesburg. But what makes this country appealing to everyone are its natural panoramas and its culture. Jump from the semi-desert of the Karoo to the subtropical coast of Kazulu-Natal, ending at the waterfront of chic Cape town. South Africa is the place to combine land and sea!
Key Facts about South Africa
Population:
57,780,000
Capital: Pretoria
Time zone: GMT +2
Currency: ZAR (1 ZAR = 0.0514 USD)
Telephone country code: +27
Largest cities in South Africa:
- 1. Cape Town: 3,500,000
- 2. Durban: 3,100,000
- 3. Johannesburg: 2,000,000
- 4. Soweto: 1,700,000
- 5. Pretoria: 1,600,000
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of South Africa in your country. List of embassies and consulates of South Africa on the official website - International Relations and Cooperation South Africa.
Largest international airport in South Africa:
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): 21 km. from Johannesburg city center
Cost of Living:
- Big Mac price (South Africa average):
45.51 ZAR (55% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Most popular regions in South Africa for language travel
#1 Western Cape English schools (8)
#2 Gauteng English schools (1)
Q&A - Questions and answers about South Africa
- I would like to join a Tourism course in South Africa“You could consider joining a private course. Your teacher will first carry out a detailed needs analysis to identify the context in which you need to use English, and the areas of the language where you need support and training. Through this process you and your teacher will agree the learning outcomes you will work towards together on your course. ”Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 17, 2023How can I contact you for information?“You can contact us by email, telephone or Skype. Alternatively, you can fill in the contact form on the top left hand side of our website, in the "Contact us" section.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 15, 2023If the school rejects my booking when I make the initial prepayment, will I get my money back?“The school cannot reject a valid reservation sent by us. However, all reservations sent by us are subject to final confirmation by the chosen school. If, for any reason, the course or accommodation selected is not available on the dates indicated by you, we will propose alternatives (change of dates, change of school...), and if you do not like any of these alternatives, we will refund the full amount of the prepayment.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 01, 2022I am trying to pay the initial prepayment with my card, but I am getting an error and it won't let me go forward. What is the reason for this?“When this happens, in most cases, it is due to the security protocol that banks apply when they detect that you are trying to pay a company/entity that is not in your country. We remind you that LanguageCourse.Net is based in Barcelona, Spain. I advise you to contact your bank to inform them of this detail so that you can make the payment without any problems.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 01, 2022
FAQ about courses in South Africa
- What is the best language school for adults in South Africa?UCT English Language Centre has received the best overall rating in Cape Town.Which English school in South Africa has the best location?UCT English Language Centre, located in 3.12 Rosedale Building, UCT Hiddingh Campus, 32-37 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa, Gardens, Cape Town has been voted as the school with the best location in South Africa.How much is the cheapest English course in South Africa?1547ZAR for 1 weeks is the lowest price for an English course in South Africa. The average cost of a language course in South Africa is 2,391ZAR per week.Which schools in South Africa offer the best excursions and afternoon activities?Students rated the activity program at Bay Language Institute as the best.Which English school offers the best rated teaching in South Africa?UCT English Language Centre was rated highest for quality of teaching.What is the best crash course in South Africa?“The Intensive Course (30 lessons per week) is the best formula for accelerated learning, and combined with private lessons, you will improve your English for sure! ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant French from LanguageCourse.Net - May 19, 2023What is the best crash course in South Africa?“The Intensive Course (30 lessons per week) is the best formula for accelerated learning, and combined with private lessons, you will improve your English for sure! ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant French from LanguageCourse.Net - May 19, 2023I want to learn English in South Africa and take the IELTS test.“You need to be at level B1 or B2 to register for IELTS preparation courses. Click on the name of the school and you will be able to access the school page to view the specific course information. If the school is an official IELTS testing centre (see the school profile), you can register and take the IELTS test at the school, otherwise you need to register and choose where to take the test yourself.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant Chinese from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 27, 2023