Tuvalu
South Africa
South Africa visa for citizens of Tuvalu
Entry requirement
Citizens of Tuvalu need a visa for South Africa, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- No mission in your country
- Visa guide
- South Africa visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which South Africa visa?
Visitor's visa (section 11 of the Immigration Act) and visa-exempt holiday visits
Key facts
- Fee
- ZAR 425
All visa types for South Africa
South Africa’s tourist visa costs ZAR 425 at the standard rate published by its authorities.
Where citizens of Tuvalu apply for a visa for South Africa
South Africa has no embassy or consulate in Tuvalu on our records; applications usually go through a mission in a neighbouring country or an online portal.
- High Commission of South Africa in Canberra4,266 km
State Circle, Canberra
- High Commission of South Africa in Suva1,073 km
Kimberley Street 16, Suva
- High Commission of South Africa in Wellington3,669 km
Midland Chambers, Level 11/13, 45 Johnston Street, 6011, Wellington
South Africa looks after Tuvalu from abroad: the official diplomatic lists used here name an embassy in Canberra, Australia (4,266 km from Funafuti) as the responsible post. Other nearest South African missions to Funafuti are in Suva, Fiji (1,073 km) and Wellington, New Zealand (3,669 km). Which post accepts applications from residents of Tuvalu is decided by South Africa, so confirm it with the mission or the official visa portal before booking an appointment.
South African citizens travelling to Tuvalu
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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.
For a trip from Tuvalu to South Africa, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 citizens of Tuvalu can stay in South Africa
How long citizens of Tuvalu may stay in South Africa is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of Tuvalu apply
South Africa has no embassy or career consulate in Tuvalu. Citizens of Tuvalu apply through a mission of South Africa accredited to Tuvalu from abroad; the official visa portal of South Africa names the right place.
South Africa’s neighbours for citizens of Tuvalu
Zimbabwe, Eswatini, Botswana and Lesotho admit citizens of Tuvalu visa-free.
South African citizens travelling to Tuvalu
South African citizens receive their visa for Tuvalu at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Tuvalu need a visa for South Africa?
Citizens of Tuvalu need a visa for South Africa, obtained before travel.
Is there an embassy of South Africa in Tuvalu?
No. South Africa has no embassy in Tuvalu. Official diplomatic lists name its embassy in Canberra, Australia for Tuvalu.
How much does the South Africa tourist visa cost?
South Africa’s official sources give a standard fee of ZAR 425 for the tourist visa.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Tuvalu?
South African citizens receive their visa for Tuvalu at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can citizens of Tuvalu enter South Africa visa-free?
No; citizens of Tuvalu need a visa for South Africa obtained in advance.
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.