Vanuatu
South Africa
South Africa visa for citizens of Vanuatu
Entry requirement
Citizens of Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu apply for a visa for South Africa
South Africa has no embassy or consulate in Vanuatu on our records; applications usually go through a mission in a neighbouring country or an online portal.
- High Commission of South Africa in Wellington2,690 km
Midland Chambers, Level 11/13, 45 Johnston Street, 6011, Wellington
- High Commission of South Africa in Suva1,070 km
Kimberley Street 16, Suva
- High Commission of South Africa in Canberra2,721 km
State Circle, Canberra
According to the official diplomatic lists used here, South Africa covers Vanuatu from its embassy in Wellington, New Zealand (2,690 km from Port Vila). Other nearest South African missions to Port Vila are in Suva, Fiji (1,070 km) and Canberra, Australia (2,721 km). South Africa sets which of its missions takes applications from Vanuatu; the mission or the official visa portal confirms it before an appointment is booked.
South African citizens travelling to Vanuatu
South AfricaVanuatu Visa-free, 120 days Vanuatu 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.
Citizens of Vanuatu 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).
Good to know
How long citizens of Vanuatu can stay in South Africa
How long citizens of Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu apply
South Africa has no embassy or career consulate in Vanuatu. Citizens of Vanuatu apply through a mission of South Africa accredited to Vanuatu from abroad; the official visa portal of South Africa names the right place.
South Africa’s neighbours for citizens of Vanuatu
Zimbabwe, Eswatini, Botswana and Lesotho admit citizens of Vanuatu visa-free.
South African citizens travelling to Vanuatu
Vanuatu admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 120 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Vanuatu need a visa for South Africa?
Citizens of Vanuatu need a visa for South Africa, obtained before travel.
Is there an embassy of South Africa in Vanuatu?
No. South Africa has no embassy in Vanuatu. Official diplomatic lists name its embassy in Wellington, New Zealand for Vanuatu.
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 Vanuatu?
Vanuatu admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 120 days.
Can citizens of Vanuatu enter South Africa visa-free?
No; citizens of Vanuatu 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.