South Africa visa
South Africa requires submission at a visa centre with biometrics. The file must show the purpose of travel, funds and return intent clearly.
South Africa visa at a glance
Visa type
Electronic visa
Entry
Single or multiple entry options
Validity
Up to 90 days
Stay
Up to 90 days
Biometrics
Not required for most applicants
Visa types for South Africa
Tourist visa
- Validity
- Up to 90 days
- Stay duration
- Up to 90 days
Biometrics at the visa centre required.
Start application →Business visa
- Validity
- Up to 90 days
- Stay duration
- Up to 90 days
Invitation from the host company required.
Start application →Documents required for a South Africa visa
Select a category to see exactly what is expected, and how each document should look when you submit it.
Passport
Valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival, with 2 blank pages.
Passport scan
Clear colour scan of the photo page with all four corners visible.
Photograph
Recent digital photo on a plain light background, no filters.
Contact details
Working email and mobile number; the approval is sent by email.
Photo specification
- 35 x 45 mm, taken within the last 6 months
- Plain white or light background, no shadows
- Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed
- No spectacles, headwear only for religious reasons
Eligibility requirements
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- Confirmed onward or return travel
- Funds to cover the stay, or a documented sponsor
- No pending immigration issues in the destination country
How to apply for a South Africa visa
Consultation
We confirm the right visa type for your trip and dates.
Documents
You share scans from a checklist built for your profile.
Application
We file the application and verify every detail before submission.
Approval
We send the approval and brief you on what to carry at the airport.
Important things to know
- Travellers with minors must carry unabridged birth certificates and consent letters.
- Yellow fever vaccination proof is required if you arrive from a risk country.
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