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Visa required

Central African Republic citizens must obtain a Visitor's Visa before traveling to South Africa for tourism.

Last verified: 2026-02-10

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the intended departure date with at least two blank 'Visa' pages.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket A confirmed return or onward ticket is mandatory.

Entry requirements

  • Visas are not issued at South African ports of entry; they must be secured from a South African diplomatic mission in advance.
  • The standard Visitor’s Visa for tourism typically allows a stay of up to 90 days.
  • The application involves submitting Form BI-84, passport photos, and a detailed set of supporting documents.

Stay

Standard tourist visas are valid for stays up to 90 days.

Passport

Passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the intended departure date with at least two blank 'Visa' pages.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if arriving from or transiting through CAR (endemic status).

Ensure the two blank passport pages are designated for visas, not amendments or observations.

Sources

Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.