South Africa Visa for Indians – Fees & Status

Issued for leisure travel, sightseeing, visiting friends or family, and short holidays. This visa is usually granted for short-term stays.

2. Business Visa

Suitable for Indians travelling to South Africa for business meetings, conferences, trade activities, or short-term professional engagements.

3. Work Visa

Required for individuals seeking employment in South Africa. This visa includes different categories such as general work visas and critical skills work visas.

4. Study Visa

Granted to Indian students enrolled in recognised educational institutions in South Africa for full-time courses or training programmes.

5. Transit Visa

Issued to travellers passing through South Africa en route to another destination, where a layover or transit stop is required.

6. Medical Treatment Visa

Applicable for Indians travelling to South Africa for medical treatment or specialised healthcare services.

7. Relative’s Visa

Issued to family members of South African citizens or permanent residents who wish to stay with their relatives for an extended period.

How to Apply for a South African Visa

To apply for a South African visa, visit the nearest visa application center near you. South Africa is one of the countries that insists on the applicant visiting the visa application center in person and apply for the visa.

South African Visa Fees

How to Track South African Visa Status Online

• Visit the official VFS Global South Africa visa application tracking page.
• Enter your Application Reference Number (provided on the VFS receipt).
• Enter your date of birth.
• Click on Submit to view the current status of your application.

South Africa Visa Application Centers in India

• The South African High Commission: The South African High Commission is located in the city of New Delhi. The address is B-18, Vasant Marg, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi - 110 057. The contact number is (11) 2614 9411 to 9420 / 2614 4504 (Visa Section). The fax number is 011 2614 3605.
• Consulate of South Africa: The Consulate of South Africa is located in the city of Mumbai. The address is Gandhi Mansion 20-Altamount Road, Cumballa Hill, Mumbai - 400 026. The contact number is (22)23893725. The fax number is (22)23893730.