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South Africa Visa Guide
Everything South Africa passport holders need to know about entering Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania for AFCON 2027.
No visa required
Visa-free for Kenya, e-visa for Uganda & Tanzania — see details per country below.
Fee: Free for Kenya, $50 USD for Uganda/Tanzania
Processing: Instant for Kenya, 3–5 days for Uganda/Tanzania
Requirements by host country
KenyaSouth African passport holders can visit Kenya visa-free for up to 90 days.
Ugandae-Visa required at visas.immigration.go.ug. Fee: $50 USD.
Tanzaniae-Visa required at eservices.immigration.go.tz. Fee: $50 USD.
East Africa Tourist Visa
Not needed for Kenya. For Uganda, the East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) can still be worth it if adding Rwanda.
Practical tips for South Africa travellers
- Kenya entry is visa-free — just bring a passport valid 6+ months beyond travel
- Still apply for Uganda and Tanzania e-visas in advance
- Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from or transiting a country with risk of transmission
Official application portals
Always verify requirements with official sources before travel. Visa rules can change.
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