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Swaziland Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Canadian citizens can visit Eswatini (Swaziland) visa-free for up to 30 days per visit.

Guide last updated September 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival
  • Proof of return or onward travel
  • Proof of accommodation for your stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds, roughly USD 50 per day suggested
  • No advance visa application required for stays up to 30 days

Visa types

  • Visa-exempt short stay: tourism or business up to 30 days, no application needed
  • Visa or permit: required in advance for study, work, or stays beyond 30 days, obtained from an Eswatini diplomatic mission or the Ministry of Home Affairs' Immigration Department

Entry conditions

  • Up to 30 days per visit for tourism or business, no work permitted
  • Immigration officers may check for proof of return travel and funds at King Mswati III International Airport or land border crossings, commonly entered overland from South Africa
  • Extensions of up to 30 additional days are possible at the Immigration Department in Mbabane

Fees & processing time

  • No fee for the visa-exempt entry
  • Extension fee is approximately SZL 300-500 (about USD 16-27), processed same-day to a few days at the Immigration office in Mbabane

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Many Canadians combine Eswatini with a South Africa trip via the Ngwenya/Oshoek land border; carry your passport for stamping at both sides
  • Confirm current entry rules with the nearest Eswatini diplomatic representation before travel, since rules can change with little notice
  • Arrange travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage given limited specialist healthcare in the country

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.