## Does Travel to South Africa Require a Visa?
South Africa is a popular tourist destination, with something to offer everyone from stunning natural beauty to vibrant cities. However, before you plan your trip, it’s important to find out if you need a visa to enter the country.
The good news is that citizens of most countries do not need a visa for tourist or business travel to South Africa. However, there are a few exceptions.
**Countries that require a visa for travel to South Africa**
ciudadanos que necesitan de una visa para viajar a Sudáfrica
* Afghanistan
* Albania
* Angola
* Bangladesh
* Burundi
* Cambodia
* Cameroon
* Central African Republic
* Chad
* China
* Congo
* Democratic Republic of the Congo
* Cuba
* Eritrea
* Ethiopia
* Ghana
* Guinea
* Guinea-Bissau
* Iran
* Iraq
* Jordan
* Kuwait
* Laos
* Lebanon
* Liberia
* Libya
* Madagascar
* Malawi
* Mali
* Mauritania
* Mongolia
* Morocco
* Mozambique
* Myanmar
* Namibia
* Nepal
* Niger
* Nigeria
* North Korea
* Oman
* Pakistan
* Palestine
* Qatar
* Russia
* Rwanda
* Saudi Arabia
* Senegal
* Sierra Leone
* Somalia
* South Sudan
* Sudan
* Syria
* Taiwan
* Tanzania
* Thailand
* Togo
* Tunisia
* Turkey
* Uganda
* United Arab Emirates
* Uzbekistan
* Vietnam
* Yemen
* Zambia
* Zimbabwe
**Citizens of these countries can apply for a visa online, at their nearest South African embassy or consulate, or through a travel agent.**
**Visa requirements**
To apply for a visa, you will need to provide the following documents:
* A valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining
* A completed visa application form
* Two passport-sized photographs
* Proof of financial means (e.g. bank statements)
* A letter of invitation from a South African resident or company (if applicable)
**Visa fees**
The visa fee varies depending on the type of visa you are applying for and the country you are applying from. You can find the latest visa fees on the website of the South African Department of Home Affairs.
**Processing time**
The processing time for a visa can vary depending on the country you are applying from and the type of visa you are applying for. However, you should typically allow at least 3 weeks for your visa to be processed.
**Validity of visa**
Tourist visas are typically valid for 90 days. Business visas are typically valid for 30 days. You can apply for a visa extension if you need to stay in South Africa for longer than the validity of your visa.
**Tips for applying for a visa**
* Apply for your visa well in advance of your trip.
* Make sure you have all the required documents.
* Fill out the visa application form carefully and completely.
* Be prepared to pay the visa fee.
* Track the status of your visa application online.
**If you have any questions about visa requirements for travel to South Africa, please contact your nearest South African embassy or consulate.**