Nigeria
South Africa
South Africa visa for Nigerian citizens
Entry requirement
Nigerian citizens need a visa for South Africa, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
- Where to apply
- 2 missions
- 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
South Africa’s tourist visa costs ZAR 425 at the standard rate published by its authorities.
South African missions in Nigeria
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- Consulate General of South Africa in Lagos
Heritage Place, 21 Lugard Avenue, 101233, Ikoyi, Lagos
All missions of South Africa in Nigeria
South Africa has 2 missions in Nigeria, with its embassy in Abuja. Consulates: Lagos.
South African citizens travelling to Nigeria
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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 Nigeria 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Nigerian citizens can stay in South Africa
How long Nigerian citizens may stay in South Africa is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Nigerian citizens apply
The e-Visa for South Africa is applied for online on its official government portal; Nigerian citizens carry the approval when they travel.
South Africa’s neighbours for Nigerian citizens
Eswatini and Lesotho require Nigerian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Nigeria
Nigeria requires a visa from South African citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Nigeria and South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Nigerian citizens need a visa for South Africa, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Where is the South African embassy in Nigeria?
The South African embassy in Nigeria is in Abuja; there is also a consulate in Lagos.
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 Nigeria?
Nigeria requires a visa from South African citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.
Can Nigerian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
No; Nigerian 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.