Nauru
South Africa
South Africa visa for citizens of Nauru
Entry requirement
Citizens of Nauru must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.
- Where to apply
- No mission in your country
- Visa guide
- South Africa visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
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.
Where citizens of Nauru apply for a visa for South Africa
South Africa has no embassy or consulate in Nauru on our records; applications usually go through a mission in a neighbouring country or an online portal.
- High Commission of South Africa in Canberra4,282 km
State Circle, Canberra
- High Commission of South Africa in Suva2,325 km
Kimberley Street 16, Suva
- High Commission of South Africa in Wellington4,598 km
Midland Chambers, Level 11/13, 45 Johnston Street, 6011, Wellington
South Africa looks after Nauru from abroad: the official diplomatic lists used here name an embassy in Canberra, Australia (4,282 km from Yaren District) as the responsible post. Other nearest South African missions to Yaren District are in Suva, Fiji (2,325 km) and Wellington, New Zealand (4,598 km). South Africa sets which of its missions takes applications from Nauru; the mission or the official visa portal confirms it before an appointment is booked.
South African citizens travelling to Nauru
South AfricaNauru Visa required Nauru 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.
Citizens of Nauru planning a trip to South Africa can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 Nauru can stay in South Africa
How long citizens of Nauru 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 Nauru apply
South Africa has no embassy or career consulate in Nauru. Citizens of Nauru apply through a mission of South Africa accredited to Nauru from abroad; the official visa portal of South Africa names the right place.
South Africa’s neighbours for citizens of Nauru
Zimbabwe, Eswatini, Botswana and Lesotho admit citizens of Nauru visa-free.
South African citizens travelling to Nauru
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Nauru. The rule is the same in both directions between Nauru and South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Nauru need a visa for South Africa?
Citizens of Nauru must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.
Is there an embassy of South Africa in Nauru?
No. South Africa has no embassy in Nauru. Official diplomatic lists name its embassy in Canberra, Australia for Nauru.
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 Nauru?
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Nauru.
Can citizens of Nauru enter South Africa visa-free?
No; citizens of Nauru 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.