South Africa for citizens of Denmark

🔑 How to enter to South Africa from Denmark

To enter South Africa, Danish citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to South Africa, check whether your Danish passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering South Africa and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Danish passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Danish passport. You are allowed to stay in South Africa for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for Danish citizens to visit South Africa with tourist visa

• Danish citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to South Africa. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Danish citizens on the territory of South Africa is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Denmark require a visa to visit the South Africa?

   Danish citizens do not need a visa to visit the South Africa.

2. How long Danish citizens are allowed to stay in South Africa without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in South Africa for citizens of Denmark for a visa-free stay is 90 days.

3. What happens if a Danish passport holder stays in South Africa longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to South Africa is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to South Africa is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Denmark need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter South Africa without a visa?

   South African immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Danish citizens to enter South Africa without a visa?

   Danish citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in South Africa.

6. Can Danish work or study during the visa-free stay in South Africa?

   The South Africa visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in South Africa Danish citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.