High Commission of India in Pretoria
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- Francis Baard Street 852, Pretoria
- Phone
- +27-123425392-95
- Website
- hcipretoria.gov.in
- Head of mission
- Prabhat Kumar
India
South Africa
Indian Embassy & Consulates in South Africa
- 1 embassy
- 3 consulates general
In South Africa, India has an embassy in Pretoria and 3 consulates general in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town. South African citizens need an e-Visa for India, applied for online before travel and valid for up to 30 days.
Indian Embassy in Pretoria
At Francis Baard Street 852, Pretoria, the Indian embassy represents India towards South Africa. The head of mission on record is Prabhat Kumar. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Indian consulates in South Africa
- Consulate General of India in Johannesburg
1, Eton Road, (corner Jan Smuts Avenue & Eton Road), Parktown 2193, Johannesburg-2000, South Africa
- Consulate General of India in Durban
1 Kingsmead Boulevard (2nd floor), Kingsmead Office Park, Durban 4001, Durban-4000, South Africa
- Consulate General of India in Cape Town
The Terraces, 9th Floor, 34 Bree Street, Cape Town 8001, South Africa
India also has 3 consulates general in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town; a consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.
India visa for South African citizens
South AfricaIndia e-Visa India visa for citizens of South Africa
IndiaSouth Africa e-Visa South Africa visa for citizens of India
India visa requirements for citizens of South Africa
- e-Tourist Visa (30 days, 1 year, 5 years)
- e-Business Visa (incl. e-Conference)
- e-Medical and e-Medical Attendant Visa
- e-Transit Visa
- Fee: US$25
- 17 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
South African citizens need an e-Visa for India, applied for online before travel and valid for up to 30 days. The application is made online on the official portal of India, not at the Indian embassy.
South Africa’s missions in India
Missions of South Africa in India (4)
In return, South Africa has 4 missions in India, including its embassy in New Delhi.
Good to know
India in South Africa
Worldwide, India has 251 missions in 156 countries; 4 of them are in South Africa.
Travel to South Africa for Indian citizens
South Africa requires a visa from Indian citizens, available online as an e-Visa. In South Africa, Indian citizens can turn to the Indian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Indian missions in South Africa are closed
Indian 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.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Indian embassy in South Africa?
The Indian embassy is in Pretoria, at Francis Baard Street 852, Pretoria.
Does India have consulates in South Africa?
Yes, India has 3 consulates general in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town.
Do South African citizens need a visa for India?
South African citizens need an e-Visa for India, applied for online before travel and valid for up to 30 days.
Do Indian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Indian citizens need an e-Visa for South Africa, applied for online before travel.
Does South Africa have an embassy in India?
Yes, South Africa has its embassy in New Delhi, along with 3 other missions in India.