How to Apply for South African eVisa and Digital Nomad Visa

The eVisa and Digital Nomad Visa are visa systems designed to simplify visa applications for eligible applicants. Here's how to apply online.

Temmy Samuel

How to Apply for South African eVisa and Digital Nomad Visa

If you wish to visit South Africa for tourism, business or short-term visit, the country's eVisa system, that was launched in 2024 and now fully operational in 2025, now simplifies visa application processes for you. The South African eVisa is an electronic visa system designed to simplify the visa application process for travelers visiting South Africa for tourism, business, or short-term visits. So, if you're a business man, tourist, or a remote worker, freelancer, or digital nomad, the South African eVisa and digital Nomad eVisa now allows you apply online without needing to visit a South African embassy or consulate in person. The online application process typically takes about two weeks and has a fee of roughly ZAR 370 (approximately $25 USD). The Ministry of Home Affair leads by Minister Leon Schreiber continues to oversee the eVisa framework under the Minister's reforms. The ministry also has plans to implement an AI-driven system and enhance group processing to prom…

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Temmy Samuel

He is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in consumer tech, economy, finance, business, money and politics. Currently chasing a BSc degree in Accounting.

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