South Africa•AfricaElectronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
New electronic travel authorization for citizens of Mainland China, India, Indonesia, and Mexico for tourism and business visits. Available from November 2025.
South Africa launched a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system in November 2025 for citizens of Mainland China, India, Indonesia, and Mexico. This streamlined electronic system allows approved travelers to enter at specified international airports.
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Requirements
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AL, DZ, BY, BG, CM, CN, CD, EG, ET, GH, GN, IN, IR, CI, JO, KE, MX, MA, NG, PK, PH, RO, SA, SN, TR, UG, UA, UZ, VN
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Machine readable passport valid for stay period
Passport number
For online application
Email address
To receive ETA approval
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Advantages
- No visa office visit required
- Quick online processing
- Reduced hassle for eligible nationalities
- Modern digital system
Considerations
- Only available for 4 nationalities
- Limited to specific airports
- New system with limited track record
Application Process
Apply online
Submit ETA application through online system
Receive approval
Get electronic authorization via email
Travel to port of entry
Use designated airports only
Enter South Africa
Present ETA approval and passport at immigration
Application Forms
Electronic Travel Authorization Application
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