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Czech Embassy in South Africa

1 embassy

The Czech Republic is represented in South Africa by 1 mission: an embassy in Pretoria. South African citizens need a visa for the Czech Republic, obtained before travel.

Czech Embassy in Pretoria

Embassy of Czech Republic in Pretoria

Embassy · Pretoria

Today 09:00–12:00
Address
Pretorius Street 936, 0083 Arcadia
Website
mzv.cz

The Czech embassy is in Pretoria, the capital of South Africa, at Pretorius Street 936, 0083 Arcadia. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Czech Republic visa for South African citizens

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Czech RepublicSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Czech Republic

Czech Republic visa requirements for citizens of South Africa

  • Schengen visa (type C) for Czechia
  • Long-term visas and residence permits (study, employee card, seasonal work, family)
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Fee: €90
  • 10 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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South African citizens need a visa for the Czech Republic, obtained before travel. Applicants in South Africa turn to the Czech embassy in Pretoria; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

South Africa’s missions in the Czech Republic

Missions of South Africa in Czech Republic (1)

In return, South Africa has an embassy in the Czech Republic, in Prague.

Good to know

The Czech Republic in South Africa

Worldwide, the Czech Republic has 277 missions in 119 countries; one of them is in South Africa.

Travel to South Africa for Czech citizens

Czech citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days. In South Africa, Czech citizens can turn to the Czech embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Czech embassy in South Africa is closed

The Czech 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 the Czech Republic, such as Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day on Tuesday 17 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Czech embassy in South Africa?

The Czech embassy is in Pretoria, at Pretorius Street 936, 0083 Arcadia.

Do South African citizens need a visa for the Czech Republic?

The Czech Republic requires South African citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Czech citizens need a visa for South Africa?

No visa is needed by Czech citizens for South Africa, for stays of up to 90 days.

Does South Africa have an embassy in the Czech Republic?

Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Prague.