South African Embassy in Abidjan
Embassy 
South Africa Abidjan, Ivory Coast
- Address
- Rue Monseigneur René Kouassi, Abidjan
- Phone
- +225 22 44 59 63
- Website
- dirco.gov.za
- Fax
- +225 22 44 87 22
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Foreign ministry of South Africa: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 4 October 2023
South Africa’s embassy to Ivory Coast is in Abidjan, at Rue Monseigneur René Kouassi, Abidjan. It is listed as open 4 days a week, 08:00–17:00 with a midday break. South Africa requires a visa from Ivorian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Opening hours of the South African embassy in Abidjan
| Monday | 08:00–13:0013:45–17:00 break 13:00–13:45 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00–13:0013:45–17:00 break 13:00–13:45 |
| Wednesday | 08:00–13:0013:45–17:00 break 13:00–13:45 |
| Thursday | 08:00–13:0013:45–17:00 break 13:00–13:45 |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Ivory Coast
-
National Peace Day
-
Christmas Day
Public holidays in South Africa
-
Day of Reconciliation
-
Christmas Day
The South African embassy in Abidjan is listed as open 4 days a week, 08:00–17:00 with a midday break.
South Africa visa for Ivorian citizens
Ivory CoastSouth Africa e-Visa South Africa visa for citizens of Ivory Coast
South AfricaIvory Coast Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Ivory Coast visa for citizens of South Africa
South Africa requires a visa from Ivorian citizens, available online as an e-Visa. The application is made online, not at the South African embassy in Abidjan.
Other missions nearby
-
Embassy of Belgium in AbidjanRue A56, 01 Cocody
-
Embassy of Switzerland in AbidjanRue du Bélier, Abidjan
-
Embassy of South Korea in AbidjanRue Sainte Marie 18-19, Abidjan
-
Embassy of the United Kingdom in AbidjanRue du Bélier, 01 BP 2581 Abidjan
South Africa’s other missions in Ivory Coast
The South African embassy in Abidjan is the only mission of South Africa in Ivory Coast on record. Ivory Coast in turn has an embassy in Pretoria.
Good to know
About the South African embassy in Abidjan
It appears in official lists as Embassy of South Africa in Abidjan.
Address and contact
Address: Rue Monseigneur René Kouassi, Abidjan. The record for the South African embassy in Abidjan includes a phone number, an e-mail address, a fax number and an official website.
South African citizens travelling to Ivory Coast
South African citizens do not need a visa for Ivory Coast, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.
When the South African embassy in Abidjan is closed
The South African embassy in Abidjan closes on Ivory Coast’s public holidays, the next being National Peace Day on Sunday 15 November 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on holidays of South Africa such as Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026.
Before visiting the South African embassy in Abidjan
Current procedures for the South African embassy in Abidjan, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the South African embassy in Abidjan
The South African embassy in Abidjan has 4 other foreign missions within 1 km.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the South African Embassy in Abidjan?
The South African embassy in Abidjan is at Rue Monseigneur René Kouassi, Abidjan.
What are the opening hours of the South African Embassy in Abidjan?
The South African embassy in Abidjan is listed as open 4 days a week, 08:00–17:00 with a midday break.
Is the South African Embassy in Abidjan open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the South African embassy in Abidjan do not include Saturday.
When is the South African Embassy in Abidjan closed?
The South African embassy in Abidjan closes on Ivory Coast’s public holidays, the next being National Peace Day on Sunday 15 November 2026, and usually on the national day of South Africa.
Do Ivorian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa requires a visa from Ivorian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Report a change
This is an independent guide, not an official website of South Africa.
Wrong info? Tell us Edit on OpenStreetMap Wikidata Data sources