South African Embassy in Ankara
Embassy 
South Africa Ankara, Turkey
- Address
- 298. Cadde 4, 06610 Ankara
- Website
- southafrica.org.tr
- Fax
- +90 312 446 64 34
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Turkish Foreign Ministry diplomatic portal · Foreign ministry of South Africa: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 15 February 2025
South Africa’s embassy to Turkey is in Ankara, the capital of Turkey, at 298. Cadde 4, 06610 Ankara. It is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:45–17:00 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays. Turkish citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Opening hours of the South African embassy in Ankara
| Monday | 08:45–12:3013:15–17:00 break 12:30–13:15 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:45–12:3013:15–17:00 break 12:30–13:15 |
| Wednesday | 08:45–12:3013:15–17:00 break 12:30–13:15 |
| Thursday | 08:45–12:3013:15–17:00 break 12:30–13:15 |
| Friday | 08:45–12:3013:15–15:00 break 12:30–13:15 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Turkey
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New Year's Day
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Eid al-Fitr First Day
Public holidays in South Africa
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Day of Reconciliation
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Christmas Day
The South African embassy in Ankara is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:45–17:00 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays.
South Africa visa for Turkish citizens
TurkeySouth Africa Visa-free, 30 days South Africa visa for citizens of Turkey
South AfricaTurkey e-Visa Turkey visa for citizens of South Africa
Turkish citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of Malaysia in AnkaraKoza Caddesi 56, 06680 Ankara
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Embassy of Peru in AnkaraKoza Caddesi 119, 06680 Ankara
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Embassy of Thailand in AnkaraKoza Sokak 87, 06680 Ankara
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Embassy of Zambia in AnkaraMahatma Gandi Caddesi 58, Ankara
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Embassy of Uganda in AnkaraMahatma Gandi Caddesi 55, 06680 Ankara
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Embassy of Australia in AnkaraUğur Mumcu Caddesi 88, 06680 Ankara
South Africa’s other missions in Turkey
- Honorary Consulate of South Africa in Izmir
Ataturk Organize Sanayi, Bolgesi, 10008 Sokak No 1, Cigli - Izmir, 35620, İzmir
- Honorary Consulate of South Africa in Istanbul
Kızılcık Sokağı 23, 34173 Istanbul
All missions of South Africa in Turkey (3)
The South African embassy in Ankara is one of 3 missions of South Africa in Turkey. Honorary consulates: Izmir and Istanbul. Turkey in turn has 2 missions in South Africa, its embassy being in Pretoria.
Good to know
About the South African embassy in Ankara
It appears in official lists as Embassy of South Africa in Ankara.
Address and contact
Address: 298. Cadde 4, 06610 Ankara. The record for the South African embassy in Ankara includes a phone number, an e-mail address, a fax number and an official website.
South African citizens travelling to Turkey
Turkey requires a visa from South African citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.
When the South African embassy in Ankara is closed
Expect the South African embassy in Ankara to be shut on New Year's Day (Yılbaşı) on Friday 1 January 2027 and Eid al-Fitr First Day (Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün) on Wednesday 10 March 2027 (date provisional), and often on Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, a holiday in South Africa.
Before visiting the South African embassy in Ankara
Current procedures for the South African embassy in Ankara, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the South African embassy in Ankara
Within 1 km of the South African embassy in Ankara there are 30 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the South African Embassy in Ankara?
The South African embassy in Ankara is at 298. Cadde 4, 06610 Ankara.
What are the opening hours of the South African Embassy in Ankara?
The South African embassy in Ankara is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:45–17:00 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays.
Is the South African Embassy in Ankara open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the South African embassy in Ankara do not include Saturday.
When is the South African Embassy in Ankara closed?
The South African embassy in Ankara closes on Turkey’s public holidays, the next being New Year's Day (Yılbaşı) on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on the national day of South Africa.
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Turkish citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
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