Department for International Trade

DIT provides trade and investment services and practical support. We help UK companies succeed in South Africa, and South African companies set up and invest in the UK.

We offer expertise and contacts through our extensive network of specialists in the UK, and staff in the British Trade Office in Johannesburg and Consulate-General in Cape Town.

Set up a business and invest in the UK

Discover investment opportunities and learn how your business can set up and grow in the UK on great.gov.uk.

Buy from the UK

Find exceptional and creative UK trade partners with the DIT’s Find a Supplier service.

Export to South Africa from the UK

UK companies can increase their sales, growth and stability by selling to South Africa.

DIT provides:

first time exporter guidance
export opportunities
support and advice from trade experts
events for exporters and international buyers
export finance and related guidance

You can find services and information at great.gov.uk. Our export guide to South Africa provides essential information for new and established exporters.

Export licensing and special rules for South Africa

Information on products or services which require licences for supply outside of the UK.

Contact us

Department for International Trade South Africa

Dunkeld Corner
275 Jan Smuts Avenue
Dunkeld West
Johannesburg
2196
South Africa

Email DIT.Africa@fco.gov.uk

Enquiries + 27 (0) 11 537 7000