Tourist Visa
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Government fees are approximate and subject to change without notice. Our service fee is fixed.
Estimated Processing Time
Varies — set by the embassy
Embassy timeline only — your file is ready from us same day.
South Africa is midway through moving to an online system, and which route applies to you depends on your nationality. For most UAE residents the online option is not yet available, so this remains an in-person application with biometrics and a genuine lead time.
Entry rules follow passport nationality. Emirati citizens can visit visa-free for short stays. A tourist visa is commonly required for UAE residents holding Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Filipino, Sri Lankan, Egyptian, Nigerian and Jordanian passports, among others.
Applications are submitted in person, with biometrics, through VFS Global centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Only if your nationality is included in the e-Visa pilot, which as of February 2026 covers a limited set of passports. Most UAE resident nationalities — including Indian, Pakistani, Filipino and Egyptian — still apply in person through VFS Global in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
Commonly somewhere between five and fifteen working days, depending on application volumes and how complete your file is. Peak seasons run longer, which is why we recommend applying at least three weeks ahead.
Yes, for the standard route. Biometrics are captured at the VFS Global centre, so the application cannot be completed entirely remotely.
No. The requirement is determined by your passport nationality. UAE residence does not by itself exempt you, though Emirati passport holders can visit visa-free for short stays.
The category you apply under depends on why you are travelling. Each page explains what we prepare for that route.
Rules change without notice. Fees, processing times and eligibility vary by nationality and are set by the destination authority, not by us. Always confirm the current position with the official source before you book travel. South African Department of Home Affairs
Check your eligibility →A quick guide to who this suits, what we take care of, what stays with you, and how to avoid the mistakes that most often slow an application down.
If You've Been Refused Before
A previous refusal — for South Africa or elsewhere — doesn't rule out reapplying. We review the refusal letter, identify the gap, and rebuild your file to address it directly. No service can guarantee the outcome, but a stronger file is always worth preparing.
