Equatorial Guinea
South Africa
South Africa visa for citizens of Equatorial Guinea
Entry requirement
South Africa requires citizens of Equatorial Guinea to hold a visa issued in advance.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- South Africa visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at dirco.gov.za
Which South Africa visa?
Visitor's visa (section 11 of the Immigration Act) and visa-exempt holiday visits
Key facts
- Fee
- ZAR 425
All visa types for South Africa
For the tourist visa, South Africa’s official sources give a standard fee of ZAR 425.
South African missions in Equatorial Guinea
South Africa has 1 mission in Equatorial Guinea, with its embassy in Malabo.
South African citizens travelling to Equatorial Guinea
South AfricaEquatorial Guinea e-Visa Equatorial Guinea 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.
Before travelling from Equatorial Guinea to South Africa, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 citizens of Equatorial Guinea can stay in South Africa
How long citizens of Equatorial Guinea may stay in South Africa is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of Equatorial Guinea apply
In Equatorial Guinea, applications go to the South African embassy in Malabo, or to a visa centre acting for South Africa; fees, documents and processing times are published by South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for citizens of Equatorial Guinea
Eswatini and Lesotho require citizens of Equatorial Guinea to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Equatorial Guinea
South African citizens need an e-Visa for Equatorial Guinea, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Equatorial Guinea need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa requires citizens of Equatorial Guinea to hold a visa issued in advance.
Where is the South African embassy in Equatorial Guinea?
The South African embassy in Equatorial Guinea is in Malabo.
How much does the South Africa tourist visa cost?
South Africa’s official sources give a standard fee of ZAR 425 for the tourist visa.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?
South African citizens need an e-Visa for Equatorial Guinea, applied for online before travel.
Can citizens of Equatorial Guinea enter South Africa visa-free?
No; citizens of Equatorial Guinea need a visa for South Africa obtained in advance.
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.