Entry requirements
South Africa entry requirements for Canadians
Do Canadians need a visa for South Africa?
No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days.
Passport valid at least 30 days beyond departure, with at least two blank pages. Always confirm on the official source before you travel.
Passport
Visa / entry
No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days.
Vaccinations & health
Good to know
Official sources & where to apply
Your travel checklist
0/6- Passport: Passport valid at least 30 days beyond departure, with at least two blank pages.
- Entry: No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days.
- Vaccinations: Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A recommended.Open link
- Travel insurance arranged (medical + cancellation).
- Travel eSIM so you land connected (no roaming).Get an eSIM
- Check the official Government of Canada advisory before you go.Open link
Travel requirements change often. This is a helpful summary, not a guarantee — always confirm on the official source before you travel, and Lisa can help you arrange everything.
FAQ
South Africa travel requirements — FAQ
No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days.
Passport valid at least 30 days beyond departure, with at least two blank pages. No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Routine vaccines up to date; Hepatitis A recommended.
Passport valid at least 30 days beyond departure, with at least two blank pages.
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Plan your trip to South Africa
Lisa arranges visas, documents, insurance, flights and hotels — and stays reachable before, during and after your trip.