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flag South Africa launched MEETS on March 17, 2026, a digital platform to speed up group visas for international event attendees.

flag South Africa launched the Meetings, Exhibitions, Events and Tourism Scheme (MEETS) on March 17, 2026, a digital platform to fast-track group visa processing for international attendees of major events. flag The system enables secure, online submission of time-sensitive applications for conferences, sports tournaments, trade shows, and cultural gatherings, reducing delays and improving coordination. flag Aimed at boosting tourism and economic growth, MEETS supports the country’s digital transformation and builds on prior visa reforms like the electronic travel authorization and Trusted Tour Operator Scheme. flag The program is available to accredited domestic event organizers meeting specific criteria.

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