Are you thinking about moving to South Africa? It is a great place to live, but there are a few things you should know about living in South Africa.
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You should know about the cost of living, working in South Africa, safest places to live and the different things you can do there. Continue to read on to learn more.
1. Cost Of Living– Knowing about the average cost of living in the region is important, but keep in mind that some places are less expensive than other places in South Africa. Generally speaking, the average cost of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre goes for around 3,000-6,000 Rand, and gasoline goes for around 10.00 – 12.00 Rand per litre. As for things such as electricity, gas, water and garbage, the average cost is around 700-1,500 Rand.
2. Working In South Africa– Depending on where you are moving from and whether or not you have a job, you might need a work permit to work in South Africa. Also, the biggest industries in South Africa is mining and quarrying, agriculture, communications and tourism. There are other big industries in South Africa, but those are some of the largest ones, so you might want to consider trying to find a job in one of those industries. Just make sure you look at visa requirements because you may need to apply for a work visa before you arrive and are able to work in South Africa.
3. Safest Places To Live In South Africa– There are many great places to live in South Africa, but some places are safer than other places, and you should know where some of the safest places to live are. Perhaps the safest place to live is Cape Town, as well as Port St John’s. Cape St Francis and the entire West Coast are safe areas to live in too, so if you are looking for the best and safest places to live, then consider any of those areas.
4. Things To Do– One of the best things about South Africa is that there are a lot of different things you can do. There are a number of national parks and mountains you can visit, and some of the world’s most gorgeous cities are located in South Africa and there are a lot of great beaches you can visit too. When you move to South Africa, you will find that there is something for everyone, so it doesn’t matter if you want to be in a major city and enjoy days out shopping and dining, or if you want to lay around on a beach all day, South Africa has something for you.
Residing in South Africa is great and you should consider moving there. You will love living in South Africa, but make sure you keep the above things in mind. With that said, all you have to do now is start planning your move and then relocate to South Africa when you are ready. If you are looking for help contact Central Moves Ltd on Call 020 8892 8931
