South Africa
Macau
Macau visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
South African citizens do not need a visa for Macau: 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
Citizens of Macau travelling to South Africa
MacauSouth Africa Visa-free, 30 days South Africa visa for citizens of Macau
Travel advice for Macau
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- 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 South Africa to Macau, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Macau at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 3 September 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Macau (updated 11 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Macau (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long South African citizens can stay in Macau
South African citizens may stay in Macau for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Macau.
Citizens of Macau travelling to South Africa
No visa is needed by citizens of Macau for South Africa, for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between South Africa and Macau.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Macau?
South African citizens do not need a visa for Macau: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can South African citizens stay in Macau?
South African citizens can stay in Macau for up to 30 days.
Do citizens of Macau need a visa for South Africa?
No visa is needed by citizens of Macau for South Africa, for stays of up to 30 days.
Can South African citizens enter Macau visa-free?
Yes, South African citizens can enter Macau 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.