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Answer · 29 October 2026
| If you hold | Answer | Stay | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport only | Visa neededYou need a visa obtained in advance from an embassy or consulate. A visa is required: apply via a South African mission / VFS centre; an electronic visa is available for some nationalities. | — | South African Department of Home Affairs: visa-exempt countries (list of 9 Dec 2025) confirmed by an official sourceCheck → |
| Schengen residence permit | Visa neededYou need a visa obtained in advance from an embassy or consulate. A visa is required: apply via a South African mission / VFS centre; an electronic visa is available for some nationalities. | — | South African Department of Home Affairs: visa-exempt countries (list of 9 Dec 2025) confirmed by an official sourceCheck → |
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