South Africa Visa
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa. It is bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Swaziland and Lesotho (which is completely surrounded by South Africa). South Africa is a paradise for anyone interested in natural history. A wide range of species (some potentially dangerous) may be encountered in parks, farms, private reserves and even on the roads.
Visitors to South Africa must obtain a visa from one of the South African diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries.
VISA EXEMPT COUNTRIES
Brazil – 90 days
Antigua and Barbuda – 1 month
Argentina – 90 days
Costa Rica – 90 days
Ireland
Vanuatu – 30 days
Bahamas
Barbados – 6 months
Chile – 90 days
Belize
Venezuela – 90 days
Benin – 30 days
Haiti – 3 months
Botswana – 90 days
Guyana – 3 months
Saint Kitts and Nevis – 3 months
Nepal – 90 days
Jamaica
Ecuador – 90 days
Dominica – 6 months
Colombia – 180 days
Saint Lucia – 6 weeks
Guatemala – 90 days
Malawi – 90 days
New Zealand – 90 days
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – 1 month
Singapore – 30 days
Zimbabwe – 3 months
Dominican Republic – 30 day tourist card must be purchased on arrival.
El Salvador – 90 days
Zambia – 90 days
Peru – 180 days
Namibia – 3 months
Fiji – 4 months
Nauru Georgia – 90 days within 180 days
Paraguay – 90 days
Micronesia – 30 days
Rwanda – 90 days
Grenada – 3 months
Nicaragua – 90 days
Uruguay – 90 days
Philippines – 30 days
Honduras – 90 days
Panama – 180 days
Lesotho – 30 days
Israel – 90 days
Malaysia – 90 days
Mozambique – 3 months
Tanzania – 90 days
South Korea – 30 days
Mauritius – 90 days
Swaziland – 30 days
Trinidad and Tobago – 90 days
Thailand – 1 month (air) / 15 days (land)
TYPES OF SOUTH AFRICA VISA
Different Types of Temporary Residence Visa
This visa issued to foreigners intending to take up studies in South Africa.
This visa issued to foreigners conducting activities in South Africa in terms of an international agreement to which South Africa is a party.
This visa issued to relatives/spouses of South African citizens or residents intending to move to South Africa and take up permanent residence.
This visa issued to foreigners intending to visit South Africa for the purpose of undergoing medical treatment.
This visa issued to retirees intending to live in South Africa only for limited or seasonal periods during the validity of the permit.
This visa issued to foreigners who intend to establish or invest in a business in South Africa in which they may be employed.
This visa issued to applicants under the age of 25 years and may only conduct work for one year.
This visa issued to applicants under the age of 25 years and may only conduct work for one year.
HOW TO APPLY FOR A SOUTH AFRICA VISA
To apply for a South Africa visa, you may consider the following steps to submit your visa application to the nearest South Africa embassy or consulate:
Make a check list of the documents that you need to submit along with your application form. Gather all the documents and keep them ready for submission.
Submit your completed visa application form in person or through a representative or travel agent at the South Affrica Embassy or Consulate nearest to you, along with all the required documentation. Pay the applicable fee for your visa application at the time of submitting your application form.
After your visa is issued you will be notified about it. Collect your visa on time.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA PROCESSING TIME
It takes about 4-6 week for South Africa visa processing.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA APPLICATION FORM
All applicants must download the visa application form, fill in the required details and submit it with mandatory documents to start the process for a South Africa visa.
You can download South Africa visa application form from internet or get directly from the embassy or consulate. It is recommended to contact nearest South Africa embassy or consulate before starting prepare all required documents for application process.