South Africa Visit Visa Services

✅ South Africa Visitor Visa Checklist

Basic Requirements

1. Completed Visa Application Form (DHA-84).
2. One recent photograph.
3. Original passport (valid for 6+ months, with 2 blank pages).
4. Visa fee: (non-refundable).

Financial Proof
5\. Bank statement for the last 3 months (signed & stamped).
6\. Proof of available cash/funds.

Travel & Stay
7\. Confirmed return/onward ticket.
8\. Hotel booking OR invitation letter from host in South Africa.
9\. If invited:

* Host’s letter confirming purpose & duration of visit.
* Proof of host’s accommodation & financial means (3 months bank statement, certified).
* Certified copy of host’s ID/passport/PR.

Special Cases
10\. If attending an event/activity – letter from organizing body.
11\. If children under 18 travel – birth certificate, parental consent letter, host’s details.
12\. Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (if applicable).
13\. Marriage certificate (if applicable).
14\. Employment letter & salary slips OR business registration + bank statement (if applicable).
15\. Previous passports (up to 10 years travel history).
16\. Proof of relationship if host is family.

Additional Notes

* All documents must be in English (translated by sworn translator if in another language).
* Submit certified copies (originals may be requested if necessary).
* The Embassy may ask for more documents anytime.

📌 Important Reminder: Visa approval is entirely at the discretion of South African Embassy/Immigration. Processing fees are non-refundable in case of refusal or delay.