STIAS has two semester breaks: one from mid-December to mid-January and another from mid-June to mid-July. During these times, there are no Fellows in residence although the Institute remains open and may respond to communication related to the fellowship programme.
STIAS will book one economy class return airfare to and from Cape Town for Fellows. Fellows are responsible for the travel arrangements and costs for partners or family members.
Travel arrangements for Fellows will be confirmed and communicated approximately three months before arrival at STIAS.
Should Fellows prefer to make their own travel arrangements, they can seek reimbursement for an economy class return airfare upon arrival at STIAS. Details of the flight booking should be communicated to STIAS in advance, and they will be expected to provide proof of payment.
STIAS will arrange an airport shuttle from Cape Town International airport to Stellenbosch. These details will be communicated to Fellows three weeks prior to their arrival date.
Fellows who choose to travel by road will be reimbursed upon arrival and for an amount not exceeding the equivalent of an economy class return airfare from their nearest airport of departure.
Changes to previously booked flights may be accommodated in well-motivated cases and with explicit STIAS approval prior to effecting those changes.
STIAS provides accommodation in Stellenbosch typically within walking distance from STIAS.
Types of accommodation booked for Fellows include:
All apartments are equipped with the following facilities: unlimited Wi-Fi, a kitchenette or kitchen, laundry facilities, secure parking, and a secure backup power system. The cost of water and electricity is included and most owners provide weekly cleaning services.
Should Fellows choose to be accompanied by the families and would require more than a two-bedroom apartment STIAS may assist in finding suitable accommodation. However, any costs that exceed the allocated accommodation budget (as may be determined by the STIAS Board of Directors annually) will be at the Fellow’s own account.
Accommodation arrangements for Fellows are preferably confirmed and communicated approximately three months before arrival at STIAS.
It is the responsibility of STIAS to sign a contractual agreement with the owner or estate agent of the property/apartment on behalf of the Fellow for the duration of the fellowship residency.
Fellows may consider:
Fellows are responsible for arranging their own healthcare insurance. We advise Fellows to first consult with their home healthcare insurance provider about whether they will be covered during the period in residence. STIAS may offer information.
Access to emergency services are available in Stellenbosch via Stellenbosch University’s Campus Security, reachable via a 24-hour emergency telephone number +27 21 808 2333.
General medical services can be obtained from several practices in an around Stellenbosch. Fellows may ask STIAS programme team staff to advise.
Fellows are expected to enquire with their nearest South African Mission abroad to determine whether they are required to apply for a visa.
Fellows who need to apply for a visa can do so using the category Visitor’s visa Section 11(1)(B)(iii) Researcher. https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas
Before submission of their application to the South African Mission, Fellows are encouraged to request STIAS to provide a visa supporting letter, travel itinerary, and confirmation of their accommodation in Stellenbosch.
Fellows accompanied by children and wishing to enroll them in one of the local schools will be required to apply for a study permit for their children. Please enquire about the procedure with your nearest South African Mission.
Upon entry at the Immigration Desk, it is strongly advised that Fellows check the date of the entry stamp and to enquire with the immigration officer in case the dates are not aligned with your planned exit date.
Previous STIAS Fellows have enrolled their accompanying children at the following schools in and around Stellenbosch:.
This is not an exhaustive list of Stellenbosch schools. Please enquire directly with the schools.
Stipends are calculated at the monthly rate pro-rata for the entire fellowship period and paid by an electronic transfer. Fellows have the option of opening a South African bank account or having the stipend paid to their home bank account.
To receive the stipend as an international transfer to your home account, the following documents are required:
To open a South African bank account, the following documents are required:
If you are a South African taxpayer or live in a country that doesn't have a double tax agreement (DTA) with South Africa:
If you are from a country that does have a DTA with South Africa:
Please contact our Fellowships team at applicant-support@stias.ac.za with any additional queries.
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