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South Africa Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Egyptian citizens can apply for South Africa's e-Visa online through the Department of Home Affairs portal before travel; fee ZAR 1,520 (approx USD 85), processing 5-10 working days.

Guide last updated October 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 30 days beyond departure, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Digital passport photo meeting South African specifications (plain white background)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or affidavit of invitation)
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds (approx ZAR 1,000 per day recommended)
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-risk country
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) captured on arrival at South African ports of entry; not required at application stage
  • Travel/medical insurance recommended, not mandatory

Visa types

  • Visitor's e-Visa (tourist) - single entry, up to 90 days, fee ZAR 1,520 (approx USD 85)
  • Business e-Visa - single entry, up to 90 days, fee ZAR 1,520, requires invitation letter from a South African company
  • Multiple-entry visitor's visa - available through embassy application (not e-Visa), valid up to 3 years, higher fee

How to apply online

  • Register on the Department of Home Affairs e-Visa portal
  • Complete the online DHA-1738 application form with personal, travel and financial details
  • Upload passport bio-page, photo, accommodation proof, bank statements and travel itinerary
  • Pay the ZAR 1,520 fee online by card
  • Processing time: 5-10 working days; status tracked online, approval delivered as a PDF e-Visa
  • Present the printed e-Visa with your passport at check-in and on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • e-Visa fee: ZAR 1,520 (approx USD 85)
  • No separate VFS/agent fee for direct online applications
  • Standard processing: 5-10 working days
  • No official express lane for e-Visas; apply early during peak season (Dec-Jan, Jun-Jul)

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply at least 2-3 weeks ahead of travel, since the e-Visa system for Egyptian applicants can have delays
  • Common rejection reasons: insufficient bank balance proof, missing blank passport pages, or mismatched booking names
  • If the e-Visa portal is unavailable for Egyptian passport holders, apply at the South African Embassy in Cairo instead
  • Extensions can be requested at a VFS/DHA office inside South Africa before the visa expires
  • Confirm yellow fever certificate requirements if connecting through Nairobi, Addis Ababa or other risk-zone hubs

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.