# The Department of Home Affairs has approved 71 companies under Phase Two of the Trusted Employer Scheme, in a move aimed at reducing red tape, attracting investment and supporting job creation in South Africa. The department says 138 companies applied to participate in the scheme following its expansion in July this year. The second phase includes strategic infrastructure projects, regional and global headquarters, as well as qualifying financial institutions. It says successful companies will benefit from simplified visa application processes, reduced paperwork and more predictable processing times.
Home Affairs approves 71 companies under Trusted Employer Scheme