Visa and entry requirements for South Africa
Generally, most nationalities will not need a visa to travel to South Africa for a period of up to 90 days. Some travellers may need to apply for a visitor visa, which may incur some fees online or on the ground.
Read more about visa and entry requirements below.
South Africa visas
South Africa entry requirements
To enter South Africa, you may need:
A passport issued within the past ten years
A passport valid for at least 1 month beyond departure date
A valid yellow fever certificate
Proof of onward or exit travel
This page is for general information only and may be subject to change. You are responsible for obtaining relevant visa and travel information required for entry, departure and travel to each country or region you visit on your trip. You should confirm these with the relevant embassies and/or consulates.
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