South Africa Visa for Nepal Passport Holders

Nepalpassport South Africadestination

Single entry ApprovalLow Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nepal passport holders: Single entry for South Africa. Fee: USD 75 (~USD 75). Processing: 4-8 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Nepalese require Port of Entry Visa (Visitor's Visa). Fee: USD 75 (~NPR 11,325). Apply via SA HC New Delhi (no SA mission in Nepal). South Africa has VFS for Indian residents — Nepalese must travel to Delhi for biometrics.

Visa types: Visitor's Visa (Tourist 90 days, single/multi-entry); Business Visa; Work Visa (Critical Skills, General Work); Study Visa; Family Visa; Transit; Medical Visa. eVisa being rolled out but not yet for Nepalese.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 75 (Visitor's Visa)

In USDUSD 75

In NPRNPR 11,325

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Validity: 6 months from issue. Max Stay: 90 days, extendable.

Extension possibleYes

Overstay penalty: Declared "undesirable" 1-5 years; deportation; bar from re-entry

How to apply

MethodVFS Global New Delhi (SA Embassy)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time4-8 weeks

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (Family/Business)

Vaccination Mandatory Yellow Fever (MANDATORY if applicable)

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance Yes Yes (long-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity30+ days beyond stay

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (30+ days beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online application + in-person at VFS Delhi; 35x45mm photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking or invitation; Bank statement (USD 100/day for safari); Travel insurance; Yellow Fever cert if from endemic area or transiting endemic country (MANDATORY for SA arrival from Africa transit); Employment letter; Police clearance (long-stay); Medical certificate.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single USD 75 (~USD 75) 4-8 weeks

Common rejection reasons

Common NP rejections: (1) High refusal rate for Nepalese (~30-40%); (2) Insufficient funds; (3) Weak ties to Nepal; (4) Past SA overstays heavily flagged; (5) Migration concerns (SA Indian-origin community attracts visitors with migration intent); (6) Need to travel to Delhi adds barrier; (7) Yellow Fever cert if connecting through endemic countries (Kenya, Ethiopia, etc.); (8) Document fraud history affects assessment; (9) Crime/security screening for some districts.

Good to know

South Africa visa FAQ for Nepal passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit South Africa with a Nepal passport?

Yes — Nepal passport holders need a visa for South Africa (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global New Delhi (SA Embassy).

How much does a South Africa visa cost for Nepal passport holders?

The South Africa visa fee is USD 75 (about NPR 11,325). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a South Africa visa?

Typical processing for a South Africa visa is 4-8 weeks. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in South Africa on this visa?

A South Africa visa for Nepal passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 6 months from issue. Max Stay: 90 days, extendable.. Extensions may be possible (Yes).

How do I apply for a South Africa visa from Nepal?

Apply for your South Africa visa via VFS Global New Delhi (SA Embassy). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 30+ days beyond stay.