Visa Information
Very Important Information
Please make sure that you have at least TWO EMPTY PAGES in your passport before
travelling to South Africa. If not you MAY BE TURNED AWAY.
If you are subject to visa requirements, you must apply and receive your visa
BEFORE your departure for South Africa. Visas are NOT issued at South African
ports of entry and you arrive without a visa, immigration officials will refuse
you entry to South Africa.
Important Notice About
the Visa Guide
The
information provided here is to be used as a guide only. Please consult with the
relevant embassy or your travel agency before you travel. We cannot take any
responsibility whatsoever for the use of this information.
This information is based on the following assumptions:
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This is for non-South African passport holders only
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The requirements are based on tourist and not business applications
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You have the necessary funds/ tickets/ paperwork
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The applicant's passport should remain valid for a period of 6 months after the applicant's departure from South Africa.
Visa requirements for entering South Africa
You will need the following:
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A valid visa, if required.
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Sufficient funds.
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A return or onward ticket.
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Yellow fever certificates are required if the journey starts or entails passing through the yellow fever belt of Africa or South America.
Foreigners who do not need a visa
For stays up to 90 days
If
you are a passport holder of the following countries/areas you do not need a
visa for stays of LESS THAN 90 days:
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For stays up to 30 days
If
you are a passport holder of the following countries/areas you do not need a
visa for stays of LESS THAN 30 days:
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Further information
If you need additional information please see the South African Home Affairs website for information on South African visa requirements.
Note:
Holders of Visitors visas are not allowed to take up employment in South Africa.
Unaccompanied children must hold written consent from their parents when
travelling alone. Passports valid for at least 6 months beyond date of departure
from South Africa required by all.
What are the required documents for a tourist visa for South Africa?
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Passport valid for 6 months beyond date of departure.
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2 passport-size photos with signature on reverse side.
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1 completed application form (failure to complete the application fully and in detail may result in visa being delayed or refused).
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Proof of sufficient funds to cover visit.
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Onward/return ticket and, if in transit, proof of sufficient documentation for admission to the country of destination.
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No criminal record
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Visitors should be of sound mind and body.