Visas and Passports Information when Visiting South Africa
Visa Requirement Overview
✅ Contact your nearest South African embassy or mission for the most up-to-date information.
Tips for Air Travel in South Africa
- Your local South African embassy
- A trusted travel agent
Travel Tips
- Plan ahead. Processing takes time and missing documents can delay your trip.
- Check expiry dates. Your passport must be valid long enough after your visit.
- Keep copies. Scan and save copies of your visa, ID, and travel itinerary in case of loss.
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- Visa Application Checklist
A valid passport (at least 30 days beyond your stay, with 1 blank visa page)
Completed visa application form
Visa fee payment
Two recent ID photographs
A return or onward ticket (or proof of funds equivalent)
Vaccination certificate (if applicable)
Proof of purpose and duration of stay (e.g., itinerary, hotel booking)
Proof of financial means (bank statement, etc.)
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