Tourism Visas are not required by all countries, and South Africa regularly updates information regarding visa requirements.
Travelling with children~
South Africa requires a certified copy of the full unabridged birth certificate for children and consent form for travelling signed by both parents with contact details as well as copies of the parent identity documents or passports in order to obtain a visa and to enter the country.
In order to obtain a visitors visa – South Africa requires ~
- Proof of valid return air ticket or land transport booking
- Proof of sufficient financial means to take a vacation in the country
- A valid passport with at least two free pages
The following countries do not require Visas for entry to South Africa – but must still comply by having full birth certificates and letter of consent for children (under the age of 18) travelling. Please check the Department of Home Affairs web-site for the latest information. www.dha.gov.za
Visa free countries ~
Africa & Middle East
Botswana, DRC, Israel, Namibia, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Europe
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Spain, United Kingdom & British Islands and overseas territories, Sweden, Switzerland
Americas
Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Ecuador, Jamaica, Panama, Paraguay, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela
Australasia
Australia, Japan, Russian Federation, Singapore