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title: South Africa visa for citizens of South Korea
description: Citizens of South Korea can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# South Africa visa for citizens of South Korea

Citizens of South Korea can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 30 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Not officially specified, but recommended at least ZAR 3,000 per month of stay.

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond stay and you have return ticket, accommodation details, and sufficient funds proof.
2. **Travel to South Africa** — No visa needed. Present passport and required documents at port of entry.
3. **Receive entry stamp** — Immigration officer will issue a visitor's permit valid for up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay)** (Travel): Passport must have at least two blank pages.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from South Africa.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or cash to cover stay.
- **Accommodation details** (Travel): Hotel booking or host invitation.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Required if traveling from a yellow fever endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not officially specified, but recommended at least ZAR 3,000 per month of stay.
- Bank statements
- Cash
- Traveler's checks

Proof of funds must be demonstrable upon request.

## Good to know

- Overstaying the 30-day visa-free period can result in fines and future entry bans.
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended but not required for entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Renew passport before travel.
- **Lack of onward or return ticket.** — Always have a confirmed outbound ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Korea need a visa for South Africa?

Citizens of South Korea can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 30 days.

### How long can citizens of South Korea stay in South Africa?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of South Korea need for South Africa?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay); Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation details; Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable).

### How long must my passport be valid for South Africa?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [South Africa visa for every passport](/visa/south-africa)
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