South Africa visa requirements for all passports

35 passports enter visa-free · 0 can get visa on arrival or eVisa

Out of 49 tracked passports for South Africa.

Dataset-only — not yet independently verified against an official source.

This destination has not yet been independently verified against an official source. Data shown comes from our dataset only. Always confirm with the official embassy or government source.

South Africa is the continent's most developed nation, offering world-class wine regions, safari game reserves, Cape Town's dramatic coastal scenery, and vibrant multicultural cities. Visitors pursue safari and adventure travel, fine dining, beach relaxation, and historical sites spanning apartheid to pre-colonial heritage.

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg is the busiest hub; Cape Town International (CPT) serves the western coast. Immigration is efficient and modern; processing is straightforward, though lines can form during peak travel times; English is widely spoken.

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Visa-free entry 35 passports

Visa on arrival / eVisa / ETA 9 passports

Visa required in advance 5 passports

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