South African visa for Venezuelan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Venezuelan passport holders visiting South Africa for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Venezuelan citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Venezuelan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Venezuelan citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Venezuelan 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 Venezuela, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Caracas: The Embassy of South Africa in Caracas, Venezuela (Working hours: Open now. Close in 30 minutes)
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Venezuela for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Venezuela traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Venezuela) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,918 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,402 | -26.90% |
| 2010 | 1,615 | 15.19% |
| 2011 | 1,668 | 3.28% |
| 2012 | 1,838 | 10.19% |
| 2013 | 1,907 | 3.75% |
| 2014 | 1,910 | 0.16% |
| 2015 | 1,781 | -6.75% |
| 2016 | 2,009 | 12.80% |
| 2017 | 2,057 | 2.39% |
| 2018 | 2,094 | 1.80% |
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 & Venezuela comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Venezuela is approximately 882,050 km2 (340,561 sq mi). This means Venezuela is 37.53% smaller than South Africa.
As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 34,227,837 more people than the population of Venezuela.
We have highlighted South Africa & Venezuela’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Venezuela | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 62,345,294 | 28,117,457 | 34.2 million more people live in South Africa than Venezuela |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 112 | South Africa has 12 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Venezuela. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 67 | 88 | South Africa passport holders visit 21 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 137 | South African hosts 60 more foreign missions than Venezuela. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Venezuela travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Venezuela visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 2,094.
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