South Africa tourist visa for Indian passport holders
Indian passport holders need a Sticker visa for South Africa: single-entry, a stay of up to up to 90 days, valid for as issued. The authority decides in 10–15 business days and Travafa lodges the file 5 business days after your documents are in. From ₹6,539 per traveller including government fee, service fee and GST.
Rules last verified by Travafa on 1 Sept 2026. Requirements change; your executive confirms the final list after payment.
Frequently asked questions
What Indian passport holders ask about the South Africa visa, answered from the current rules.
Do Indian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a Sticker visa for South Africa; it is single-entry, allows a stay of up to up to 90 days, is valid for as issued.
How long does the South Africa visa take?
The authority takes 10–15 business days to decide. Travafa lodges the file 5 business days after your documents are complete.
How much does the South Africa visa cost for Indians?
₹3,000 government fee plus ₹2,999 Travafa service fee per traveller, with 18% GST on the service fee: ₹6,539 in total per traveller. Government fees are collected on behalf of the authority and can change before the file is lodged; Travafa's service fee never changes after you pay.
Which documents are needed for the South Africa visa?
Per traveller: Passport - photo page, Passport - last page (address), Passport-size photograph, Return flight itinerary, Accommodation for the full stay, Day-wise travel plan, Cover letter, Bank statement - last 6 months, Income-tax returns - last 2 years, Signed application form, Travel insurance. Photo specification: 35 x 45 mm, white background. Occupation proof depends on the traveller; salaried, self-employed, student and retired applicants upload different items.
Do I need to visit an embassy for the South Africa visa?
Yes. An in-person appointment is required; Travafa prepares the file and books the slot.
Is the South Africa visa guaranteed?
No service can promise a visa; the decision is the authority's. Travafa guarantees a complete, correctly formatted file lodged on the date quoted before you pay, and dated updates until the decision.