South African visa for Vietnamese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Vietnamese 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 Vietnamese citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Vietnamese 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 Vietnam, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of South Africa in Hanoi, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 59 minutes)
- Ho Chi Minh City: The Honorary Consulate of South Africa in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 59 minutes)
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Vietnam for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Vietnam traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Vietnam) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 86,328 | N/A |
| 2009 | 63,108 | -26.90% |
| 2010 | 72,666 | 15.15% |
| 2011 | 75,051 | 3.28% |
| 2012 | 82,692 | 10.18% |
| 2013 | 85,833 | 3.80% |
| 2014 | 85,941 | 0.13% |
| 2015 | 80,136 | -6.75% |
| 2016 | 90,396 | 12.80% |
| 2017 | 92,565 | 2.40% |
| 2018 | 94,248 | 1.82% |
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 & Vietnam comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Vietnam is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi). This means Vietnam is 3.91 times smaller than South Africa.
As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 38,536,409 fewer people than the population of Vietnam.
We have highlighted South Africa & Vietnam’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Vietnam | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 62,345,294 | 100,881,703 | 38.5 million fewer people live in South Africa than Vietnam |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 96 | South Africa has 28 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Vietnam. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 67 | 21 | South Africa passport holders can visit 46 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 107 | South African hosts 90 more foreign missions than Vietnam. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Vietnam travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Vietnam visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 94,248.
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