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Palau
Palau visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
South African citizens receive their visa for Palau at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Palau visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- 30 days, extendable to a total of 90 days
- Fee
- US$50
- Processing time
- Within minutes at the airport
For the tourist visa, Palau’s official sources give a standard fee of US$50, and applications are made on palautravel.pw. Processing time, as Palau states it: Within minutes at the airport. Longest stay on the tourist visa: 30 days, extendable to a total of 90 days.
Citizens of Palau travelling to South Africa
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Travel advice for Palau
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- 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.
South African citizens planning a trip to Palau can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Palau at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 6 January 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Palau (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Palau (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long South African citizens can stay in Palau
South African citizens may stay in Palau for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Palau.
How South African citizens apply
South African citizens receive the visa for Palau at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Citizens of Palau travelling to South Africa
Citizens of Palau must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Palau?
South African citizens receive their visa for Palau at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
How long can South African citizens stay in Palau?
South African citizens can stay in Palau for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Palau tourist visa cost?
Palau’s official sources give a standard fee of US$50 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Within minutes at the airport.
Do citizens of Palau need a visa for South Africa?
Citizens of Palau must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.
Can South African citizens enter Palau visa-free?
No; South African citizens need a visa on arrival in Palau.
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.