Embassy of Germany in Pretoria
Today · Closed- Address
- Pretorius Street 1267, Pretoria
- Phone
- +27 12 4278975
- Website
- southafrica.diplo.de
- Head of mission
- Oliver Rentschler, Ambassador
Germany
South Africa
German Embassy & Consulates in South Africa
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate general
- 2 honorary consulates
Germany is represented in South Africa by 4 missions: an embassy in Pretoria, a consulate general in Cape Town and 2 honorary consulates in Port Elizabeth and Durban. Germany requires South African citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Map: Germany’s 4 missions in South Africa
Map: Germany’s 4 missions in South Africa
German Embassy in Pretoria
At Pretorius Street 1267, Pretoria, the German embassy represents Germany towards South Africa. The head of mission on record is Oliver Rentschler, Ambassador. Its phone number and website are on its page.
German consulates in South Africa
- Consulate General of Germany in Cape Town
Roeland Park, 4 Stirling Street, Zonnebloem, Cape Town 7925
Germany also has a consulate general in Cape Town; consulates handle passports, civil registration and, for many countries, visa applications for their district.
German honorary consulates in South Africa
- Honorary Consulate of Germany in Port Elizabeth
Corner of William Moffat and Circular Drive Walmer, Gqeberha 6070
- Honorary Consulate of Germany in Durban
2nd Floor, Connect Space, 102 Stephen Dlamini Road, Musgrave, Durban 4001
Germany has 2 honorary consulates in South Africa, in Port Elizabeth and Durban; honorary consuls work part-time and normally cannot issue visas or full passports.
Germany visa for South African citizens
South AfricaGermany Visa required Germany visa for citizens of South Africa
GermanySouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Germany
Germany visa requirements for citizens of South Africa
- Schengen visa (type C) – tourism
- Schengen visa (type C) – visiting friends or family in Germany
- National visa (type D) – study, work, family reunification
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
- Fee: €90
- 22 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
South African citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel. Applicants in South Africa turn to the German embassy in Pretoria or the consulate in Cape Town; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.
South Africa’s missions in Germany
Missions of South Africa in Germany (14)
In return, South Africa has 14 missions in Germany, including its embassy in Berlin.
Good to know
Germany in South Africa
Worldwide, Germany has 572 missions in 191 countries; 4 of them are in South Africa.
Travel to South Africa for German citizens
No visa is needed by German citizens for South Africa, for stays of up to 90 days. In South Africa, German citizens can turn to the German embassy for passports and emergency help.
When German missions in South Africa are closed
German missions in South Africa close 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 Germany, such as Christmas Day (Erster Weihnachtstag) on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the German embassy in South Africa?
The German embassy is in Pretoria, at Pretorius Street 1267, Pretoria.
Does Germany have consulates in South Africa?
Yes, Germany has a consulate general in Cape Town. Germany also has 2 honorary consulates in Port Elizabeth and Durban.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Germany?
Germany requires South African citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do German citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa admits German citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Does South Africa have an embassy in Germany?
Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Berlin, along with 13 other missions in Germany.