Travel Visas

South Africa Tourist Visa (NON-US)

Select the number of times you’re planning to enter South Africa and the speed of your visa processing below:

  • Priority

    8DAYS
    PROCESSING TIME

    SELECT

    • EntrySingle
    • Validity3 Months
    • Days Stay30
    • Embassy Fee $186
    • Service Fee $129

  • Urgent

    5DAYS
    PROCESSING TIME

    SELECT

    • EntrySingle
    • Validity3 Months
    • Days Stay30
    • Embassy Fee $186
    • Service Fee $179

  • Priority

    8DAYS
    PROCESSING TIME

    SELECT

    • EntryMultiple
    • Validity3 Months
    • Days Stay30
    • Embassy Fee $186
    • Service Fee $129

  • Urgent

    5DAYS
    PROCESSING TIME

    SELECT

    • EntryMultiple
    • Validity3 Months
    • Days Stay30
    • Embassy Fee $186
    • Service Fee $179
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South Africa Tourist Visa (NON-US) Requirements

IMPORTANT INFORMATION (Please Read)
Submission for your visa requires an appointment with the Consular Office.
The processing time offered starts from when we’ve succesfully submitted your request.
South Africa Visa Application

Complete, print, and sign the South Africa visa application.
Please sign the application with a blue or black ink (electronic signature will not be accepted).

Original Passport

Your physical passport must maintain validity for a minimum of 6-months beyond your departure date.
Please note that the amendment pages located at the back of your passport are not visa pages and are not acceptable for visa issuance.
If you've run out of visa pages, please renew your passport before applying for a visa.

Two (2) Passport Photograph

Please provide two (2) recent passport photographs captured in the last six months, printed on photo paper.
For your convenience, you'll have the option to upload a digital photo* (additional fee applies).
*Face the camera directly without objects behind you and do not wear eyeglasses, headphones, or earbuds (click for sample).

Hotel Confirmation or Notarized Invitation Letter

Please provide either a hotel reservation confirmation or an invitation letter from your host.
If you choose the invitation letter option, please ensure it is notarized and includes a copy of your host's passport or national ID.

Bank Statement (Last 3 Months) - Stamped By Bank

Provide 3 months of your most recent bank statements, stamped/certified by the bank.
This can be done electronically by contacting your bank.

Flight Itinerary

A copy of an airline confirmation, showing your name as well as entry and exit to the country.
If traveling via land/sea border, please provide a signed letter of explanation, in addition to the airline confirmation.

Multiple-Entry Visa Request

In order to be considered and receive multiple-entry visa, you must provide your flight/cruise itinerary to prove it.

Proof of U.S. Status

Non-U.S. applicants are required to submit a photocopy of their Permanent Resident Card (front and back), a valid U.S. visa, I-94, or I-20.

Minors - Under 18

Applicant under the age of 18 must submit:

  1. A copy of the minor's birth certificate,
  2. A signed statement from both parents, specifying the purpose and duration of the visit,
  3. A copy of both parents' passport, driver's license, or ID.

Additionally, an extra consent letter from the parent(s) is needed if the child or children are traveling alone or with a guardian.