Ethiopia
South Africa
South Africa visa for Ethiopian citizens
Entry requirement
South Africa requires a visa from Ethiopian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- South Africa visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at southafricanembassyethiopia.com
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
South Africa’s tourist visa costs ZAR 425 at the standard rate published by its authorities.
South African missions in Ethiopia
- Embassy of South Africa in Addis Ababa
South Africa Street, Addis Ababa
South Africa has 1 mission in Ethiopia, with its embassy in Addis Ababa.
South African citizens travelling to Ethiopia
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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 Ethiopia 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 Ethiopian citizens can stay in South Africa
How long Ethiopian citizens may stay in South Africa is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Ethiopian citizens apply
The e-Visa for South Africa is applied for online on its official government portal; Ethiopian citizens carry the approval when they travel.
South Africa’s neighbours for Ethiopian citizens
Eswatini and Lesotho require Ethiopian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Ethiopia
South African citizens can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa requires a visa from Ethiopian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Where is the South African embassy in Ethiopia?
The South African embassy in Ethiopia is in Addis Ababa.
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 Ethiopia?
South African citizens can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Ethiopian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
No; Ethiopian citizens need an e-Visa for South Africa.
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.