Department of Home Affairs invites suitably qualified South Africans to apply for the Control Immigration Officer: Inspectorate vacancies 2026.
Vacancy Application Closing Date: 03 July 2026
Vacancy Location: Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo and North West, South Africa
Department of Home Affairs Control Immigration Officer Vacancies 2026
The Department of Home Affairs is recruiting 24 Control Immigration Officer: Inspectorate posts.
These vacancies are listed under DPSA Circular 21 of 2026 and are suitable for applicants with qualifications and experience in law enforcement, immigration, policing, public administration, criminology, forensics or criminal justice.
Successful candidates will be responsible for immigration law enforcement, investigations, tracing, arrests, detention and deportation processes in line with applicable legislation.
Vacancy Details
Department: Department of Home Affairs
Post: Control Immigration Officer: Inspectorate
Post Number: Post 21/139
Number of Posts: 24
Salary: R413 001 – R486 501 per annum, Level 08
Application Method: Online or hand delivery to the correct provincial address
Available Posts and Locations
Gauteng Posts
Medium Office: Kempton Park
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5a
Number of Posts: 1
Large Office: Johannesburg
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5b
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Alexandra
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5c
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Heidelberg
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5d
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Sebokeng
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5e
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Bronkhorstspruit
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5f
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Randfontein
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5g
Number of Posts: 1
KwaZulu-Natal Posts
Medium Office: Vryheid
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5h
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Ngotshane
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5i
Number of Posts: 1
Large Office: Uthungulu
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5j
Number of Posts: 1
Large Office: Ethekwini
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5k
Number of Posts: 1
Large Office: Ugu
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5l
Number of Posts: 1
Large Office: Umgungundlovu
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5m
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Ixopo
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5n
Number of Posts: 1
Limpopo Posts
Medium Office: Molemole
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5o
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Bochum
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5p
Number of Posts: 1
Large Office: Mokopane
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5q
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Vuwani
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5r
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Groblersdal
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5s
Number of Posts: 1
North West Posts
Large Office: Rustenburg
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5t
Number of Posts: 1
Large Office: Klerksdorp
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5u
Number of Posts: 2
Medium Office: Lichtenburg
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5v
Number of Posts: 1
Medium Office: Zeerust
Reference Number: HRMC 38/26/5w
Number of Posts: 1
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a qualification at NQF Level 6 recognised by SAQA in one of the following fields:
Law.
Public Management.
Public Administration.
Policing.
Criminology.
Forensics.
Criminal Justice.
Applicants must have 2 years’ experience in a law enforcement environment.
Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence, Code C1 or Code C, also known as Code 10.
Applicants must have a valid Public Driver Permit.
Applicants must be willing to travel, including outside the borders of South Africa.
Applicants must be willing to work extended hours.
Knowledge Required
Applicants must have knowledge of the following:
Immigration Act.
Refugees Act.
Criminal Procedure Act.
Relevant regulations.
International treaties.
Public service and departmental legislative frameworks.
Government structures.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should have the following skills and competencies:
Service delivery innovation.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Problem solving and conflict management.
Analytical skills.
Planning, organising and time management.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Report writing skills.
Computer literacy.
Honesty and integrity.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will provide effective law enforcement and monitor investigations of illegal foreigners according to the Immigration Act.
They will supervise, administer and enforce the detection, tracing, arrest and detention of illegal foreigners within South Africa.
They will also assist with investigations involving smuggling of migrants, human trafficking and illegal mass production of enabling documents.
These documents may include birth certificates, travel documents, permits, visas, identity documents and face value documents.
Immigration Enforcement Duties
Successful candidates will assist in dealing with illegal migration facilitated by corruption and other high-profile cases.
They will appear and testify in court proceedings, both criminal and civil, as well as disciplinary enquiries on behalf of the Department.
They will monitor the deportation process of illegal foreigners to their countries of origin.
They will also implement inspections in loco and assist in creating a climate that discourages illegal migration.
Stakeholder and Operational Duties
Successful candidates will monitor the influx of foreigners residing in South Africa and ensure that they have legal documentation.
They will liaise with law enforcement agencies and other relevant institutions to verify the identity of foreigners who contravene applicable legislation.
They will assist in crime combating operations with other law enforcement agencies.
They will also participate in security cluster forums and case flow management meetings.
Reporting and Resource Management
Successful candidates will prepare reports and statistics as directed.
They will operate, maintain and safeguard assigned heavy-duty vehicles and designated tools of trade.
They will ensure the implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
They will maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
They will also manage human, physical and financial resources within the unit and guide staff on compliance with regulatory requirements.
How to apply
Click here to apply online for Department of Home Affairs Control Immigration Officer Vacancies 2026.
Applications may also be submitted to the correct provincial physical address.
Applicants must quote the correct reference number for the office they are applying for.
Application Addresses
Gauteng Applications
Hand deliver to:
Department of Home Affairs
3rd Floor, Mineralia Building
Corner De Beer and De Korte Street
Braamfontein
2017
KwaZulu-Natal Applications
Hand deliver to:
Department of Home Affairs
181 Church Street
Pietermaritzburg
3209
Limpopo Applications
Hand deliver to:
Department of Home Affairs
89 Biccard Street
Polokwane
0699
North West Applications
Hand deliver to:
Department of Home Affairs
Corner Sheppard and Carrington Street
Mafikeng
2745
Enquiries
Gauteng
Contact Person: Mr P Mlangeni
Tel: 011 242 9039
KwaZulu-Natal
Contact Person: Ms N Ngema
Tel: 033 845 5003
Limpopo
Contact Person: Mr J Kgole
Tel: 015 287 2802
North West
Contact Person: Mr L Appels
Tel: 018 397 9908 / 9924 / 9922 / 9915
Important Application Notes
Applicants must submit applications online or to the correct provincial address.
Applicants must use the correct reference number for the post and location they are applying for.
Applicants must ensure that their applications comply with the directions to applicants in the official advert.
Incomplete applications or applications submitted to the wrong address may not be considered.
Applicants should apply before the closing date listed in the official DPSA Circular.
Closing Date
The closing date for Department of Home Affairs Control Immigration Officer: Inspectorate vacancies must be checked in the official DPSA Circular 21 of 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and not wait until the last day.
Final Thoughts
The Department of Home Affairs Control Immigration Officer vacancies 2026 offer 24 opportunities for suitably qualified applicants with law enforcement experience.
Applicants with qualifications in Law, Public Management, Public Administration, Policing, Criminology, Forensics or Criminal Justice should apply online or hand deliver their applications using the correct reference number.