South Africa Visa for Indians
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South Africa Visa Information
Visa Type:
E-Visa
Length of Stay:
30 days
Validity:
30 days
Entry:
Multiple
Method:
Paperless
South Africa Visa Requirements
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How South Africa Visa Process Works
Apply on Axis Visa Services
Your Visa Gets Processed
We work with Immigration to ensure you get your Visa on time.
- Application has been sent to the immigration supervisor
- Application has been sent to internal intelligence
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South Africa Visa Rejection Reasons
Factors that can get your visa rejected
Expired Passport
Applying with a passport that has expired or expires within 6 months
Criminal Record
Having a criminal history that disqualifies you from obtaining a visa.
Previous Visa Violations
Having overstayed or violated the terms of a previous visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Indian passport holders must have a valid visa to visit South Africa. They can easily apply for an e-visa online before travelling.
South Africa’s e-visa can only be applied for through TTOS (Trusted Travel Operators) approved by the South African Department of Home Affairs. Atlys is one of the few approved TTOS to process South African visas.
Here’s a sample of a South African e-visa (Visa Grant Notice):
Typically, the South Africa e-visa is a single-entry visa, which is valid for 30 days. You can check the same on your issued Visa Grant Notice indicated by ‘valid from’ and ‘expiry date.’
Here are the South Africa e-visa requirements for Indian Citizens:
Passport: A copy of your passport is valid for at least 30 days before departure from South Africa. The passport must contain at least one blank page for official endorsements.
No, Indian citizens do not need a yellow fever certificate to apply for a South Africa visa unless their travel itinerary includes transit through or travel from a country within the yellow fever belt of Africa or South America.
No, once submitted, you cannot make any changes or edits to the information provided. If you need to correct or update any information, you will have to start a new application from scratch and pay the visa fee again.
Follow these steps to apply for a South Africa visa online through Atlys:
Visit Axis: Start your South Africa visa application on the Axis website.
Upload documents: Upload a copy of your passport and the bank statements from the last 3 months.
Provide details: Enter the requested personal and passport details.
Review and pay: Review your visa application, check out, and pay the applicable South Africa e-visa fees.
Get your visa: While you await your visa approval, you can actively track its status on the Atlys app. Upon approval, Atlys will notify you via e-mail with your South Africa e-visa (Visa Grant Notice) attached. Remember to print the e-visa to carry while entering the country.
Yes, if your South Africa tourist visa application is rejected, you can reapply. However, it is important to understand the reasons for the rejection and address them in your new application.
Alternatively, you may seek assistance from an authorised visa expert to increase your chances of approval on the second attempt.
Nearby countries to South Africa
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South Africa E-Visa. (Web). https://ehome.dha.gov.za/epermit/home
Department of Home Affairs, South Africa. (Web). https://www.dha.gov.za/
Government of South Africa. (Web). https://www.gov.za/
Price Breakdown
- Goverment Fees
₹999 x 1
- Axis Services Fees
₹4,500 ₹ 0 For Now
- Total amount
₹999
Reviews
Sandeep, Delhi
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first-time traveller
I applied for a South Africa visa. It was on time and no documents were asked from me they just went through my travel history and everything was done. Thank you Axis.
Rajshekar Sen Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
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occasional traveller
I was initially worried about the visa process for South Africa, as getting an appointment and completing the paperwork usually takes quite some time. But thankfully, I applied for my visa through Axis from Dubai, and the experience was truly amazing! With minimal documentation, the entire process was incredibly smooth. I received my visa within just 2 days, well before my travel commitment date. What impressed me even more is that Atlys didn’t even charge the full amount upfront — they only collected the full payment after the visa was granted. That level of trust and transparency is rare. The app kept me informed at every stage with updates and messages, making the entire experience stress-free and seamless. I highly recommend Atlys to anyone looking for a reliable and easy visa solution. Truly a game-changer in visa processing!
Suren Jaipur, Rajasthan
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occasional traveller
I strongly recommend to use Axis service for south africa evisa. received within 2days..
Imran Khan Rajkot,Gujarat
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occasional traveller
Really good for some visas like South Africa, minimal documents and received in 2 days