Malaysia
South Africa
South Africa visa for Malaysian citizens
Entry requirement
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at dirco.gov.za
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South African citizens travelling to Malaysia
South AfricaMalaysia Visa-free, 90 days Malaysia 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 Malaysia 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 Malaysian citizens can stay in South Africa
Malaysian 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 Malaysian citizens
Zimbabwe, Eswatini, Botswana, Namibia and Lesotho admit Malaysian citizens visa-free.
South African citizens travelling to Malaysia
South African citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Malaysia and South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Malaysian citizens stay in South Africa?
Malaysian citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 90 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
South African citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Malaysian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Malaysian 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.