United Kingdom Visa Requirements for South African citizens in 2024

Last Updated: Nov. 15, 2024, 2:53 p.m.

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United Kingdom

1) Visa Required

For South African citizens looking to travel to United Kingdom, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest United Kingdom embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • Right of Abode holders with a Certificate of Entitlement in their Commonwealth passport may enter the United Kingdom and remain indefinitely.
  • Temporary Visa holders can only enter for 3 months if entering from the Republic of Ireland (Eire).
  • The Crown dependencies include the Bailiwicks of Jersey and Guernsey as well as the Isle of Man. The same Visa Policy applies mainly to the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar, therefore a United Kingdom Visa can be used.
  • Transit Visa Required unless in possession of an exemption document; Australian, New Zealand and all other Visas with confirmation slips/ electronically granted Visas with a paper print-out as confirmation are not permitted as an exemption document unless endorsed by the airline. Note: Schengen Visa type "C" is not an approved exemption document. Entry must be refused or denied boarding on vessel. Direct Airside or Transit Visa required depending on type of transit.
  • Entering the United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland) by land, sea or air from the Republic of Ireland is not permitted unless in possession of a valid U.K. Visa or Immigration Document. UK Land or Transit Visa cannot be used to transit the UK from Ireland or from Ireland to the UK, a Standard Visa is required.

Reference Links

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-visa-requirements-list-for-carriers

General Information about United Kingdom

  • Name (Common): United Kingdom
  • Name (Official): United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
  • Population: 67215293
  • Area: 242900
  • Capital: London
  • Currency: British pound
  • Language: English
  • Calling Code: +4
  • Region: Europe
  • Subregion: Northern Europe

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for South African citizens.

Yes, a visa is required for South African citizens. Options include: Visa Required.

Yes, South African citizens can travel to United Kingdom, but a visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in United Kingdom with Visa Required is unknown. South African citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying a visa in United Kingdom can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering United Kingdom in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for United Kingdom

Advisory Message: United Kingdom has a current risk level of 3 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling United Kingdom.
Score: 3.0
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/united-kingdom
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.