South Africa
Gabon
Gabon visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
South African citizens can visit Gabon without a visa for up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at affaires-etrangeres.gouv.ga
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Gabonese citizens travelling to South Africa
GabonSouth Africa Visa-free, 30 days South Africa visa for citizens of Gabon
Travel advice for Gabon
- 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.
For a trip from South Africa to Gabon, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Gabon at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 29 March 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Gabon (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Gabon (updated 22 October 2026).
Good to know
How long South African citizens can stay in Gabon
South African citizens may stay in Gabon for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Gabon.
Gabon’s neighbours for South African citizens
The Republic of the Congo requires South African citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Gabonese citizens travelling to South Africa
South Africa admits Gabonese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between South Africa and Gabon.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Gabon?
South African citizens can visit Gabon without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can South African citizens stay in Gabon?
South African citizens can stay in Gabon for up to 30 days.
Do Gabonese citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa admits Gabonese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
Can South African citizens enter Gabon visa-free?
Yes, South African citizens can enter Gabon 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.