Doing Business in the USA
On this page, you will find a quick description of resources available for companies in South Africa considering investments in and exporting to the United States and some suggestions for getting started.
Investing in the USA
President Obama announced the SelectUSA initiative to showcase the United States as the world’s premier business location and to provide easy access to federal-level programs and services related to business investment. SelectUSA is designed to complement the activities of our states—the primary drivers of economic development in the United States.
Getting Started
- Visit the SelectUSA.gov website to obtain general information about investing in the United States. SelectUSA seeks to highlight the many advantages the United States offers as location for business and investment. From a vast domestic market, to a transparent legal system, to the most innovative companies in the world, America is the place for business. On the website you can browse business incentives offered by different states and territories.
- Contact us at the U.S. Embassy to discuss your interests and needs
- Contact the nearest office of the Association of State Offices Overseas to learn more about state government resources
Visas
For information regarding business visas please visit http://travel.state.gov/visa/ for detailed information.
Exporting to the USA
The South African Department of Trade and Industry offers support to South African companies looking to export to the U.S. Market.
Contact Us
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U.S. Embassy
Tel: (27-12) 431-4000
Fax: (27-12) 342-2299
Email: embassypretoria@state.gov
U.S. Commercial Service
1 Sandton Drive
Sandhurst, 2196
Johannesburg
Phone: 27 11 290 3000
Fax: 27 11 884 0253
Email: johannesburg.office.box@trade.gov
Full contact information »
Visa services- Nationwide: +27 (087) 550-2160
- Cape Town: +27 (021) 300-9700
- Durban:+27 (031) 100-3000
- Johannesburg: +27 (010) 500-8800
- From the U.S.: +1 (703) 439-2301
- Skype: usvisasouthafrica
- Email: Consularjohannesburg@state.gov