Organisation : Department of Tourism
Bursary Name : Tourism Grading Support Programme
Country : South Africa
Website : https://www.tourism.gov.za/CurrentProjects/TIP/Tourism_Grading_Support_Programme/Pages/Tourism_Grading_Support_Programme.aspx
What is Tourism Grading Support Programme?
The Tourism Grading Support Programme was introduced to encourage wider participation in the tourism grading system and to reduce the cost burden of grading on small tourism enterprises. The programme also aims to stimulate an increase in conformity to quality standards in tourism which in turn will enhance the overall visitor experience and improve South Africa’s competitiveness as a tourism destination.
Related / Similar Facility : GTIP Green Tourism Incentive Programme
Programme Offered By Tourism Grading Support
The Tourism Grading Support Programme offers discounts of between 80% and 90% on the cost of star grading assessment fees for accommodation establishments and meeting venues. The programme is administered by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) on behalf of the Department of Tourism. The application process is integrated in the standard online application process of the TGCSA and is available to all new grading applicants as well as existing TGCSA members wishing to renew their grading membership.
How To Apply For Tourism Grading Support Programme?
** To apply for tourism grading support (i.e. discount), a prospective applicant must complete the standard TGCSA application form online at www.tourismgrading.co.za and indicate by ticking the relevant box that they wish to apply for a discount on their grading assessment fees.
** Applicants wishing to apply for the discount will be prompted to upload the required supporting documents as part of their application.
** Supporting documents include a valid tax clearance certificate, confirmation of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) status and proof of public liability insurance.
** All qualifying applicants will be eligible for 80% discount on their grading assessment fees, while applicants with valid (Tourism Marketing Levy South Africa) TOMSA membership will be eligible for an additional 10% discount.
Documents Required For Tourism Grading Support Programme
1. A copy of certificate of Incorporation and certificates in respect of all name changes effected in Case of a company, close corporation or co-operatives,
** A copy of a South African Identity Document (ID) in case of Sole Proprietors,
** A copy of the Partnership agreement in the case of Partnership and;
** A documentary proof of the establishment in case of a Trust
2. Invoice from TGCSA.
3. Certified copy of a B-BBEE level compliance certificate (only applicable to enterprises qualifying for a transformation rebate).
4. Grading Certificate (for current year and previous years).
5. Proof of payment to TGCSA for Grading (copy of a bank statement, credit card statement, deposit slip and cheque)
6. BAS Entity maintenance form (Supplied by the Department of Tourism)
7. Original valid tax clearance certificate (Post or courier)
8. Tax Invoice from the enterprise billing the Department of Tourism