Partner/Spousal VISA for SA

Hi,

I am South African, and my boyfriend is Brazilian- living in Brazil. We want to move to SA, because I have to continue my studies at the University of Pretoria.

Me and my boyfriend were looking for jobs (for him), but came across this:

A letter from the employer motivating why a citizen or permanent resident could not fill the position, as well as proof of efforts made to obtain the services of a citizen or resident, together with the particulars of the unsuccessful candidates

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So, we think it would be impossible for him to get a job, as he is a qualified graphic designer- and it is not something that SA can benefit from.

So, we looked at a Partner visa. The only thing that we are concerned about, is the fact that you can´t apply for a professional job. You can only apply for jobs like waitering, etc. But, as my boyfriend is 29 and needs to work, he needs a professional job, like graphic design etc.

Then, we considered marriage, but according to a lady that works at the South African embassy in Brasilia, my boyfriend will only be able to work and apply for a permanent visa after 5 years of staying in SA.

I am not sure if the information I have is correct. Are there any people who are familiar with our situation? I have tried to call the embassies, but no one could give me straight answers.