Generally, to visit South Africa, you will require the following documents –

  • Valid passport, with at least 1 blank page remaining
  • Visa, if required
  • Sufficient funds for covering your period of stay in South Africa
  • Either a return ticket or a ticket for your onward journey
  • 2 passport size photos
  • Old passports and visa
  • A copy of your completed and signed visa application form
  • Details about your itinerary
  • Proof of hotel bookings, flight bookings
  • A cover letter with all the required details about your itinerary
  • Proof that you have enough finances to fund your visit
  • Bank statement of the last 6 months
  • Income tax returns for last 3 years
  • Yellow fever vaccination