Visa on arrival for South Africans (2026)
Of the 79 destinations we cover, 4 destinations give South Africans a visa on arrival (some also offer an eVisa).
4 of these 6 destinations have been checked against official sources; the others are marked “not yet confirmed”.
Gulf States (1)
Middle East (1)
North Africa (1)
East Africa (1)
Caucasus & Central Asia (1)
Southeast Asia (1)
Questions
Which countries give South Africans a visa on arrival?
Of the 79 destinations we cover, 4 destinations give South Africans a visa on arrival (some also offer an eVisa). Armenia, Indonesia, Jordan, Saudi Arabia.
Where can South Africans stay longest?
Saudi Arabia: up to 90 days.
Are these lists official?
They are compiled from official sources and show which rules have been reviewed. Entry is decided by the border officer and the airline: confirm on the official portal before you book.