🇿🇦 South Africa: can you enter, and what do you need?
Updated 2026-07-16 · visa data: Passport Index snapshot · facts: mledoze/countries
Who can enter South Africa
Of 198 other passports: 93 enter visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 27 an e-visa, and 78 must obtain a visa in advance.
| Passport | Entry status |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States passport | Visa-free · 90d |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom passport | Visa-free · 90d |
| 🇩🇪 Germany passport | Visa-free · 90d |
| 🇮🇳 India passport | e-Visa required |
| 🇨🇳 China passport | e-Visa required |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil passport | Visa-free · 90d |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines passport | e-Visa required |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria passport | e-Visa required |
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Quick facts
Currency
R South African rand (ZAR)
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Southern Ndebele, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu
Capital
Pretoria
Calling code
+27
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📶 Internet in South Africa
Roaming abroad can cost a fortune — a local eSIM installs before departure and works the moment you land.
🛡️ Travel insurance
Many countries expect medical coverage for the whole stay; hospitals bill tourists directly.
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Frequently asked questions
Can United States citizens enter South Africa without a visa?
Yes — United States passport holders enter South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days. Full rules →
Can United Kingdom citizens enter South Africa without a visa?
Yes — United Kingdom passport holders enter South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days. Full rules →
Can India citizens enter South Africa without a visa?
Almost: India citizens need an e-visa, applied for online. Full rules →
How many passports can enter South Africa without a pre-arranged visa?
93 of 198 passports enter South Africa without arranging a visa in advance: 93 visa-free, 0 visa on arrival, 0 via eTA.