Ukraine
South Africa
South Africa visa for Ukrainian citizens
Entry requirement
Ukrainian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.
- Where to apply
- 2 missions
- 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
For the tourist visa, South Africa’s official sources give a standard fee of ZAR 425.
South African missions in Ukraine
- Embassy of South Africa in Kyiv
Temporary address:, Honcharna Street 4, Podil District, Kyiv
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All missions of South Africa in Ukraine
South Africa has 2 missions in Ukraine, with its embassy in Kyiv. Honorary consulates, which normally do not take visa applications: Odesa.
South African citizens travelling to Ukraine
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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.
Before travelling from Ukraine to South Africa, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 Ukrainian citizens can stay in South Africa
How long Ukrainian citizens may stay in South Africa is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Ukrainian citizens apply
In Ukraine, applications go to the South African embassy in Kyiv, or to a visa centre acting for South Africa; fees, documents and processing times are published by South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for Ukrainian citizens
Eswatini and Mozambique admit Ukrainian citizens visa-free. Lesotho requires Ukrainian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Ukraine
South African citizens need an e-Visa for Ukraine, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Ukrainian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.
Where is the South African embassy in Ukraine?
The South African embassy in Ukraine is in Kyiv.
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 Ukraine?
South African citizens need an e-Visa for Ukraine, applied for online before travel.
Can Ukrainian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
No; Ukrainian citizens 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.