South Africa for citizens of Venezuela

🔑 How to enter to South Africa from Venezuela

To enter South Africa, Venezuelan 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 Venezuelan 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 Venezuelan passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Venezuelan passport. You are allowed to stay in South Africa for 90 days.

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

• Venezuelan 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 Venezuelan citizens on the territory of South Africa is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

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

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

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

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

3. What happens if a Venezuelan 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 Venezuela 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 Venezuelan citizens to enter South Africa without a visa?

   Venezuelan 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 Venezuelan 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 Venezuelan citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.