Travel authorization · checked 3 Nov 2026

Best eVisa for South Africa

The short answerSouth Africa’s Electronic Travel Authorisation is a digital pre-travel approval launched on August 12, 2026. Go to the official site.

The official link goes to eta.dha.gov.za. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.

At a glance

The South Africa ETA in brief.

Fee	See the official site

Who it’s for

Do you need it?

It’s being rolled out in phases, and travel sites report it opened first for China, India, Indonesia and Mexico. Check the official site for your passport before you plan around it.

Before you start

What to have ready.

A valid passport.

Watch outDon’t assume you need it. UK travelers can still visit visa-free for up to 90 days.

Questions

The short answers.

What is the best eVisa for South Africa?

South Africa’s Electronic Travel Authorisation is a digital pre-travel approval launched on August 12, 2026. Apply on the official site, unless you want to pay a private service for help.

Who needs the South Africa ETA?

It’s being rolled out in phases, and travel sites report it opened first for China, India, Indonesia and Mexico. Check the official site for your passport before you plan around it.

How much does it cost?

We couldn’t confirm the fee on a government page, so we’re not quoting one. The official site shows the current price.

Does NUM issue the South Africa ETA?

No. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service, and we don’t decide applications. We explain what’s needed and link to the official site.

The rest of the trip

Land connected.

Get your data ready before you fly with a South Africa eSIM. Need anything else? Text NUM.

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