Peru
South Africa
South Africa visa for Peruvian citizens
Entry requirement
Peruvian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South African citizens travelling to Peru
South AfricaPeru Visa-free, 180 days Peru 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 Peru 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 Peruvian citizens can stay in South Africa
Peruvian citizens may stay in South Africa for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for Peruvian citizens
Botswana admits Peruvian citizens visa-free. Eswatini and Lesotho require Peruvian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Peru
No visa is needed by South African citizens for Peru, for stays of up to 180 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Peru and South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Peruvian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Peruvian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Peruvian citizens stay in South Africa?
Peruvian citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 30 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Peru?
No visa is needed by South African citizens for Peru, for stays of up to 180 days.
Can Peruvian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Peruvian citizens can enter South Africa without a visa and stay for up to 30 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.