Swaziland is a super small Kingdom completely landlocked by South Africa. If you’re stationed as an expatriate there you will be amazed at some of the scenery, the African bush and the animals. The cultural experience will be one of the best ones. We have some information that will help you settle into Swaziland.
- Expat Clubs
- Schools
- Local News Sources
- Country Information
- Resident and Work visa information
- How to get a driving license
- Where to live and about the accomodation types
- Healthcare information including Hospitals and Insurance
Expat Clubs
There are no expat meet up clubs as such in Swaziland and most expats communicate online through websites such as ExpatWoman.com.
International Schools
Waterford Kamhlaba United World College of Southern Africa
Waterford Kamhlaba United World College of Southern Africa is a remarkable and pioneering secondary school based in Mbabane, Swaziland. For almost 50 years it has provided exceptional opportunities for academic achievement, personal growth and leadership development for students from across southern Africa and beyond.
Curriculum: IB
Tel: (+268) 2422 0866/7/8
Website: www.waterford.sz
Montessori International School
Our school was established in 1995 in Mbabane. It is fully equipped with authentic learning areas: Practical Life, Math, Sensorial, Language, Cultural, and Art. The school has 7 trained teachers, and an assistant. It serves children age18 months- 6 years. There are at present 70 students registered at school, from over 10 different countries around the world.
Address: 444 Featerstone street Mbabane
Tel: (+268) 404 8647
Email: montessori@realnet.co.sz
Website: www.montessori.ac.sz
Sifundzani School
Sifundzani High School is a fifteen-year-old co-educational multi-faith but Christian-based independent school situated about 5km from the 29 years-old primary school campus, along the Fonteyn Road in the city of Mbabane in Swaziland.
Tel: +268 404 1157
Email: sifundzanihigh@gmail.com / sifundzanihigh@realnet.co.sz
Website: www.sifundzanihigh.ac.sz
Usutu Forests Primary
Usutu Forests Primary School intends to offer an education which caters for the total development of the child. The school believes in the acceptance and appreciation of individuals of every culture, creed, sex and race and values the right to education for all. We believe that change is a constant factor of life and that education should develop personal values and thinking process that will enable intelligent participation in a changing world.
Address: Jabula Crescent, Mhlambanyatsi
Tel: (00268) 24674134
Fax: (00268) 24674192
Website: www.usutuprimary.ac.za
Local News in English
Newstime Africa
Newstime Africa was founded to bridge the information gap that existed around news coverage on Africa, and provide a balanced medium for Africans to get their news from one authoritative source. With the introduction of the print publication: the Newstime Africa Magazine, Newstime Africa is poised to reach Africans around the world in unprecedented ways, enabling them to keep abreast with news and events happening across the region.
Website: www.newstimeafrica.com
Swazi Observer
The Swazi Observer Newspaper Group was established in 1981 and is 100% owned by Tibiyo Taka Ngwane, a Swazi Nation company that is a major player in the Economic development of the country with investments in all the sectors of the economy.
Website: www.observer.org.sz
Country Information
Location: Africa
Capital City: Mbabane
Other Important Cities: Lobamba
Currency: English, Swati
Language: Dutch
Calling Code: +268
Internet TLD: .sz
Electricity: 230V 50Hz
Emergency Numbers: 999
Country Information
en.wikipedia.org
Embassy Information
Are you looking for an embassy in Swaziland? We used this website useful when searching for our local embassies...
embassy.goabroad.com/embassies-in/swaziland
Residents Visa and Work Permit information
The Swazi Ministry of Home affairs has detailed visa information for all expatriates.
Click here for the visa application form www.gov.sz/images/visa.pdf
Lick here for the residence permit application form www.gov.sz/images/residence.pdf
Documents required:
Temporal Residence Permit Requirements
Business person- PART II
1. Complete Application Form (Form 3)
2. Memorandum of Association
3. Two Passport photos
4. Covering Letter of Application
5. Original Police Clearance From Country of origin
6. Lease Agreement
7. Medical Certificate
8. Certificate of Incorporation Form J.& Form C
9. Passport Copy
N.B. All documents are to be certified
Employees PART I
1. Complete Application Form (Form 3)
2. Two Passport Size Photos
3. Covering Letter of Application From Employer
4. Proof of Advert of post (Full Page)
5. Original Police Clearance from Country Of Origin (Internationally Recognised)
6. Qualification Certificates (Copies)
7. Medical Certificate
8. Certificate of Incorporation Form J.& Form C
Special Pass
1. Complete Application Form (Form10)
2. Copy of Recent Appeal
3. Application Letter
4. Two photos
5. Passport Copy
Dependents
1. Complete Application Form (Form 6)
2. Copy of Residence Status documents (Guardian)
3. Two Passport Size Photos
4. Covering Letter of Application from Guardian
5. Copy of Marriage Certificate
6. Police Clearance from Country of Origin (Above 18 years )
7. Medical Certificate
8. Passport Copy
N.B. All copies to be certified
Students
1. Complete Application Form (Form 10)
2. Two Passport Size Photos
3. Letter From School/Institution
4. Support Letter From Ministry of Education
5. Police Clearance from Country of Origin (Above 18 years)
6. Medical Certificate
7. Passport Copy
N.B. All copies to be certified
Visitor’s Pass
1. Complete Application Form (FORM 10)
2. Two Passport Size Photos
3. Letter of Application from Host
4. Residence Status Document of Host e.g. Temporary Residence Permit
5. Medical Certificate
6. Passport Copy
N.B. All Copies to be Certificate
Accommodation
It is more expensive to live in the city centre, than outside of it. A one bedroom Apartment in the city centre is around 3000 South African Rand (ZAR), and a 3 bed apartment will cost 6000ZAR.
Real estate agencies
Pam Golding | www.pamgolding.co.za/real-estate/swaziland/property-sales-rentals
Remax | www.remax.co.za/Property-in-Swaziland
Driving License
Expats can drive legally using their home country’s driving license or an international driving permit.
For more information on driving in Swaziland visit www.driverabroad.com/countries/driving-in-africa/swaziland
Healthcare
Swaziland does not have the best healthcare and it is advisable to go to nearby South Africa for treatment. More than 50% of the Swazi adult population in HIV positive and life expectancy is not very high.
There are total number of 6 Government Hospitals and 2 Mission Hospitals in Swaziland, 3 of which are Referral Hospitals, according to the Ministry of Health.
Referral Hospitals: Mbabane Government Hospital, Psychiatric Government Hospital and TB Hospital
Others are: Hlathikhulu Government Hospita( Shiselweni region), Mankayane Government Hospital (Manzini Region), Pigg’s Peak Government Hospital (Hhohho region)
Mission Hospitals: Good Shepherd Mission Hospital (Lubombo region), Raleigh Fitkin Memorial Hospital (Manzini region)
Hospitals
Good Shepard Hospital
The Good Shepherd Hospital Board is led by Mr GN Duke. Its aims to ensure that professional standards are maintained in the Hospital through appointing senior staff, reviewing hospital budgets and policies, and ensuring appropriate governance is in place.
Address: Maphunwane Road, Siteki, L300
Tel: +268 23 434 133
Website: www.gsh.org.sz
Hlatikulu Government Hospital
Address: Manzini, M200
Tel: +268 0268 221 7611 1
Mankayane Government Hospital
Address: Mankayane, M206
Tel: +268 0268 253 8831 1
Mbabane Government Hospital
Address: Hospital Hill, Mbabane, H100
Tel: +268 24 042 111
Raleigh Fitkin Memorial Hospital
Address: Dr David Hynd Road, Manzini, M200
Tel: +268 25 052 211
