Africa
Eswatini
- Capital
- Mbabane
- Population
- 1,256,174
- Currency
- Swazi Lilangeni (SZL)
- Calling code
- +268
- Languages
- English, Swati
- 7missions
- 5embassies
- 1honorary consulate
Eswatini
Embassies and consulates in Eswatini
embassies in Mbabane
Eswatini hosts 7 foreign missions from 7 countries: 5 embassies, 1 honorary consulate and 1 other office. Most embassies, 4 of 5, are in the capital, Mbabane. Consulates are also found in Manzini.
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All missions in Eswatini
Other cities in Eswatini
Outside Mbabane, Manzini has 1 foreign mission.
By country
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India 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 honorary consulate1 -
Mozambique 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
Taiwan 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Eswatini
Eswatini visa guide · 2 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 97 can enter visa-free and 101 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Eswatini.
Visa statistics
US visas issued to citizens of Eswatini
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 437 | 311 |
| Student (F, M) | 63 | 66 |
| Exchange (J) | 63 | 72 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 8 | 16 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 14 | 23 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 123 | 212 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 709 | 700 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 38.4% | 50.9% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 700 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Eswatini, the 170th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 44%, diplomatic and official visas 30% and exchange visitor visas 10%. The total was about the same in fiscal year 2024.
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Eswatini received 174, 11% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 50.9% for citizens of Eswatini in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 38.4%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Eswatini’s own missions abroad
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Eswatini’s embassies abroad (12)
Eswatini itself has 12 missions abroad, in 9 countries. Its largest networks are in Belgium (2), Germany (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Eswatini
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
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New Year's Day
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Good Friday
Good to know
Where the embassies are
Most embassies, 4 of 5, are in the capital, Mbabane.
Travel advice for Eswatini
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Eswatini: the US State Department rates Eswatini at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 9 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Eswatini (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Eswatini (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Eswatini?
Of 198 passports, 97 can enter visa-free and 101 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Eswatini; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Eswatini closed?
On Eswatini’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.