Click here to download the Visa Application Form

·         A valid acceptable passport or travel document good for a sufficient period to cover the intended stay

·         A valid visa, if required

·         Sufficient funds

·         A return or onward ticket

·         At least two blank pages in your passport

·         Yellow fever certificates are required if the journey starts or entails passing through the yellow fever belt of Africa or South America

In order to visit South Africa, it may be necessary to obtain a Visa depending on your country of origin. Depending on your nationality, you may not need a visa to visit South Africa:

·         Click here to see Countries exempt from South African visas

·         Click here to see Countries subject to South African visa fees

·         Visit the visa information page at the Department of Home Affairs website.

·         See the list of South African offices abroad at the Department of Foreign Affairs website for information on where to apply in your own country.

·         See the frequently asked questions about South African visas.

·         Download the visa application form.

·         Ask a question via the online questions and comments form.

The Department of Home Affairs' website will give you the lowdown on visa costs, processing time, where to apply, visa requirements (what to submit), requirements for people in transit, duration and purpose of stay, medical visas and photographs.

·         Services to foreigners

·         General visa information

·         Supplemental visa information

** The above information is taken from the South African Department of Home Affairs and South Africa.info**