Qatar
South Africa
South Africa visa for Qatari citizens
Entry requirement
Qatari 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 Qatar
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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 Qatar 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 Qatari citizens can stay in South Africa
Qatari 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 Qatari citizens
Eswatini and Botswana admit Qatari citizens visa-free. Lesotho requires Qatari citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Qatar
Qatar issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Qatari citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Qatari citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Qatari citizens stay in South Africa?
Qatari citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 90 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Qatar?
Qatar issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Can Qatari citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Qatari 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.