New Zealand
South Africa
South Africa visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
South Africa admits New Zealand 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 sahighcommission.co.nz
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South African citizens travelling to New Zealand
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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 New Zealand 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in South Africa
New Zealand 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 New Zealand citizens
Eswatini, Botswana and Lesotho admit New Zealand citizens visa-free.
South African citizens travelling to New Zealand
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to New Zealand.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa admits New Zealand citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in South Africa?
New Zealand citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 90 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to New Zealand.
Can New Zealand citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand 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.