Tunisia
South Africa
South Africa visa for Tunisian citizens
Entry requirement
Tunisian citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days.
- 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 Tunisia
South AfricaTunisia Visa-free, 90 days Tunisia 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.
Tunisian citizens planning a trip to South Africa can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Tunisian citizens can stay in South Africa
Tunisian 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 Tunisian citizens
Eswatini and Lesotho require Tunisian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Tunisia
No visa is needed by South African citizens for Tunisia, for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Tunisia and South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Tunisian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Tunisian citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can Tunisian citizens stay in South Africa?
Tunisian citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 90 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Tunisia?
No visa is needed by South African citizens for Tunisia, for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Tunisian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Tunisian 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.