South African visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting South Africa for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 671.18 kilometers (417.05 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 26 minutes).
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 671.68 kilometers (417.36 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 56 minutes).
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,796 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,506 | -26.90% |
| 2010 | 4,037 | 15.15% |
| 2011 | 4,170 | 3.29% |
| 2012 | 4,594 | 10.17% |
| 2013 | 4,769 | 3.81% |
| 2014 | 4,775 | 0.13% |
| 2015 | 4,452 | -6.76% |
| 2016 | 5,022 | 12.80% |
| 2017 | 5,143 | 2.41% |
| 2018 | 5,236 | 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 & Saudi Arabia comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 77.21% larger than South Africa.
As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 25,317,261 more people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted South Africa & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 62,345,294 | 37,028,033 | 25.3 million more people live in South Africa than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 114 | South Africa has 10 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 67 | 39 | South Africa passport holders can visit 28 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 127 | South African hosts 70 more foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 5,236.
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