South Africa Visa for Indian citizens (2026)
If you are travelling on a India passport, South Africa is reachable with an online eVisa instead of an embassy appointment. Indian travellers can complete the whole South Africa application from home and receive the approval by email.
Online eVisa
Available
Government fee
start at US$66.00
Processing
3 working days
Permitted stay
30 days
Can Indian citizens get a South Africa eVisa?
South Africa grants online eligibility to Indian citizens across 2 visa options such as Tourist Evisa (Single Entry for 90 days), Business Evisa (Single Entry for 90 days). South Africa currently supports Single Entry, with a permitted stay of 30 days. Government fees start at US$66.00. Standard processing is typically 3 working days, with faster options around 1 working day.
South Africa visa options for Indian citizens
Documents and tips for Indian travellers
Indian passports must usually have at least six months of validity and two blank pages; check both before you apply, as this is a frequent cause of refusals. Fees are billed in US dollars; Indian applicants should ensure their card is enabled for international transactions to avoid a declined payment. The most common avoidable mistake for Indian citizens: submitting with fewer than six months of passport validity or no blank pages, which is one of the most common reasons Indian applications are held.
- Enter your name exactly as in the Indian passport, including any continuation on the rear page.
- Confirm your card supports international/USD payments before checkout to avoid a failed transaction.
- Keep supporting documents (return ticket, accommodation) ready, as Indian applicants are more often asked to evidence them.
South Africa visa FAQ for Indian citizens
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Next steps
Visa rules can change. Confirm details with official South Africa immigration authorities close to your travel date.
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