South Africa Passport Visa-Free Countries
Republic of South Africa
- Region
- Southern Africa
- Capital
- Pretoria
- Population
- 63,100,945
- Currency
- South African rand (ZAR)
- Languages
- Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu
Where can the South Africa passport go?
Visa-Free Countries for South African Citizens by Region
Asia
Europe
Americas
Oceania
Africa
Compare With Other Passports
See how the South Africa passport compares to other major passports worldwide.
Travel Tips for South Africa Passport Holders
- Always check that your passport has at least 6 months validity before traveling.
- Many visa-free countries require proof of onward travel — book return flights before departure.
- Carry printed hotel reservations and sufficient funds proof for immigration checks.
- Visa on arrival destinations often require exact cash in USD or local currency.
- eVisa applications should be submitted at least 72 hours before travel to avoid delays.
- ETAs (like US ESTA or Canadian eTA) are valid for multiple entries over 2–5 years — apply once and reuse.
South Africa Passport Visa-Free Countries — FAQ
How many countries are visa free for South Africa passport holders?
South Africa passport holders can enter 60 countries visa free. Counting visa on arrival (33) and eTA (5) destinations, South African citizens can travel to 98 countries without arranging a visa in advance, and a further 29 are available with an eVisa.
What countries are visa free for South African citizens?
Visa free countries for South African citizens include Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Botswana, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominica. See the full, up-to-date list of all 60 visa-free destinations for South Africa passport holders above.
Which countries can South African passport holders visit without a visa?
South African passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 98 countries across Asia, Europe, Americas, Oceania, Africa. The colour-coded list and map above show exactly which countries are visa free, visa on arrival, eVisa, eTA or visa required.
How many countries require a visa for South Africa passport holders?
71 countries currently require South African citizens to obtain a visa before arrival. Every other destination is visa free, visa on arrival, eVisa or eTA — check the full breakdown above.