- Address
- Orient Street 292, 0083 Arcadia
- Phone
- +27 12 423 6000
- Website
- southafrica.embassy.gov.au
Australia
South Africa
Australian Embassy in South Africa
1 embassy
Australia is represented in South Africa by 1 mission: an embassy in Pretoria. Australia requires a visa from South African citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Australian Embassy in Pretoria
The Australian embassy is in Pretoria, the capital of South Africa, at Orient Street 292, 0083 Arcadia. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Australia visa for South African citizens
South AfricaAustralia e-Visa Australia visa for citizens of South Africa
AustraliaSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Australia
Australia visa requirements for citizens of South Africa
- Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Tourist stream, applying outside Australia
- Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Business Visitor stream
- Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) and eVisitor (subclass 651)
- Transit visa (subclass 771)
- Fee: A$250
- 5 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
South African citizens need an e-Visa for Australia, applied for online before travel. The application is made online on the official portal of Australia, not at the Australian embassy.
South Africa’s missions in Australia
Missions of South Africa in Australia (3)
In return, South Africa has 3 missions in Australia, including its embassy in Canberra.
Good to know
Australia in South Africa
Worldwide, Australia has 127 missions in 90 countries; one of them is in South Africa.
Travel to South Africa for Australian citizens
South Africa admits Australian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. In South Africa, Australian citizens can turn to the Australian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the Australian embassy in South Africa is closed
The Australian embassy in South Africa closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Australia, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Australian embassy in South Africa?
The Australian embassy is in Pretoria, at Orient Street 292, 0083 Arcadia.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Australia?
Australia requires a visa from South African citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Do Australian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
No visa is needed by Australian citizens for South Africa, for stays of up to 90 days.
Does South Africa have an embassy in Australia?
Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Canberra, along with 2 other missions in Australia.