India visa for South African citizens

For Indian citizens planning a journey to South Africa, the convenience of an e-visa simplifies entry, allowing for a stay of up to 90 days. Travelers can select from three primary visa types, including options for tourism and business, ensuring your purpose of visit is well-accommodated, and while the e-visa fee is competitive, familiarizing yourself with the South African Rand (ZAR) is a wise step before departure. Given the significant distance, booking flights into major hubs like Johannesburg or Cape Town well in advance, especially during South Africa's peak summer months from December to February, will secure better fares.

eVisa30d stay· verified 2026-05-27
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Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Health insurance
Not required
Yellow fever cert.
Required
Biometrics
Required

Visa options

TouristTourist Visa (T), up to 5 years
90dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
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TouristTourist Visa (T), 5 years (UK nationals, 180 days stay)
180dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
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TouristTourist Visa (T), 3 months single entry (Pakistan origin)
90dvalid 3mo
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Touriste‑Tourist Visa (e‑TV), 60 days double entry
60ddouble-entryvalid 2mo
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Touriste‑Tourist Visa (30‑day, double entry)
30ddouble-entryvalid 1mo
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Touriste‑Tourist Visa (1‑year, multiple entry)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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Touriste‑Tourist Visa (5‑year, multiple entry)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
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BusinessBusiness Visa (B), up to 5 years
180dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
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BusinessBusiness Visa (B), up to 10 years (US/Canada/Japan/UK/South Africa)
180dmultiple-entryvalid 10y
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Businesse‑Business Visa, 60 days double entry
60ddouble-entryvalid 2mo
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BusinessConference Visa
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Businesse‑Conference Visa
30dvalid 1mo
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InvestorB‑4 Visa (Investor)
540dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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WorkEmployment Visa (E)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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WorkIntern Visa (I)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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WorkFilm Visa
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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WorkFilm Visa (separate category listing)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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WorkJournalist Visa (J)
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WorkProject Visa
multiple-entry
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StudentStudent Visa (S)
1825dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
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MedicalMedical Visa (M), 6 months triple entry (default)
180dvalid 6mo
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MedicalMedical Visa (M), up to 1 year
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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Medicale‑Medical Visa, 60 days triple entry
60dvalid 2mo
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MedicalMedical Visa (M), 5‑year (certain nationalities)
multiple-entryvalid 5y
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FamilyB‑4X Visa (Investor Dependent)
540dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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FamilyMedical Attendant Visa (MED‑X)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
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Familye‑Medical Attendant Visa
60dvalid 2mo
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FamilyEntry Visa (X)
multiple-entry
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FamilyFamily Visa (for dependents)
multiple-entry
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FamilyForeigners of Indian Origin Visa
multiple-entryvalid 5y
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TransitTransit Visa (TR)
15dvalid 15d
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TransitTransit Visa (TR), double entry
15ddouble-entryvalid 15d
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OtherResearch Visa (R)
multiple-entry
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OtherOfficial Visa
$0multiple-entry
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OtherMissionary Visa
multiple-entry
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OtherMountaineering Visa
multiple-entry
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OtherProtected/Restricted Area Permit (PAP/RAP)
$0
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OtherAFGHAN Visa (For Afghanistan Nationals)
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OtherVisa on Arrival for Japan, South Korea and UAE
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e-Tourist visa available twice per calendar year. Limited entry points.

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