Brazil
South Africa
South Africa visa for Brazilian citizens
Entry requirement
South Africa admits Brazilian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at africadosul.org.br
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South African citizens travelling to Brazil
South AfricaBrazil Visa-free, 90 days Brazil visa for citizens of South Africa
Travel advice for South Africa
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Brazil to South Africa, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates South Africa at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 26 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to South Africa (updated 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for South Africa (updated 28 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Brazilian citizens can stay in South Africa
Brazilian citizens may stay in South Africa for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for Brazilian citizens
Eswatini, Botswana and Namibia admit Brazilian citizens visa-free. Lesotho requires Brazilian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Brazil
South African citizens can visit Brazil without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Brazil and South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Brazilian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa admits Brazilian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Brazilian citizens stay in South Africa?
Brazilian citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 90 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Brazil?
South African citizens can visit Brazil without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Brazilian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Brazilian citizens can enter South Africa without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.