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Apply Now — Official Portal ↗As a Turkey passport holder, you can enter South Africa without applying for a visa in advance. Present your valid passport at the port of entry and confirm your intended stay is within up to 90 days. Border officers may ask for proof of onward travel, sufficient funds, and accommodation details. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.
Conditional — required if travelling from or transiting through a yellow fever endemic country
Turkey passport holders can enter South Africa without a visa because of an existing bilateral visa-waiver agreement or diplomatic arrangement between the two countries. This means Turkey citizens benefit from streamlined entry and do not need to apply in advance — a valid passport is sufficient at the border.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal