South African visa for Mexican citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Mexican passport holders visiting South Africa for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Mexican citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Mexican citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Mexican citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mexican passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in South Africa.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from South Africa.
If you are looking for South Africa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Mexico, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Mexico City: The Embassy of South Africa in Mexico City, Mexico (Working hours: Close now)
- Cancun: The Consulate of South Africa in Cancun, Mexico (Working hours: Close now)
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Mexico for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mexico traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mexico) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 11,510 | N/A |
| 2009 | 8,414 | -26.90% |
| 2010 | 9,689 | 15.15% |
| 2011 | 10,007 | 3.28% |
| 2012 | 11,026 | 10.18% |
| 2013 | 11,444 | 3.79% |
| 2014 | 11,459 | 0.13% |
| 2015 | 10,685 | -6.75% |
| 2016 | 12,053 | 12.80% |
| 2017 | 12,342 | 2.40% |
| 2018 | 12,566 | 1.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
South Africa & Mexico comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Mexico is approximately 1,943,950 km2 (750,562 sq mi). This means Mexico is 60.25% larger than South Africa.
As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 72,054,207 fewer people than the population of Mexico.
We have highlighted South Africa & Mexico’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Mexico | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 62,345,294 | 134,399,501 | 72.1 million fewer people live in South Africa than Mexico |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 157 | South Africa has 33 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mexico. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 67 | 114 | South Africa passport holders visit 47 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 212 | South African hosts 15 fewer foreign missions than Mexico. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mexico travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Mexico visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 12,566.
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