South Africa visa for Turkish citizens

Visa on arrival

A visa is obtained on arrival. Turkish citizens can get a visa at the border on entry to South Africa.

This page covers tourist travel with an ordinary Turkish passport.

Length of stay

Up to 30 days

Good to know

Ordinary passport holders can obtain a visa of up to 30 days at the border as a stamp, free of charge.

How to apply

Check that your passport meets the minimum validity required by your destination.
Get your visa at the border; confirm conditions and fees with the official source before travelling.
Respect the permitted stay: Up to 30 days.

General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa requirements

Documents (general)

Valid passport: the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises at least one year of validity from the application date; a damaged passport can lead to refusal at the border.
The current country-specific document list is published on the official application page.

General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa requirements

Frequently asked questions

Do Turkish citizens need a visa for South Africa?

A visa is obtained on arrival. Turkish citizens can get a visa at the border on entry to South Africa.

How long can I stay in South Africa?

Up to 30 days

Is there anything I must do before travelling?

Official sources do not list an additional pre-travel step.

How long must my passport be valid?

The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises at least one year of passport validity from the visa application date; even when visa-exempt, check the minimum validity your destination requires.

Official sources

T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı – Türk Vatandaşlarının Tabi Olduğu Vize Uygulamaları

Last checked: 2026-11-07

Visa rules can change. Always confirm with the official source before you travel. Current fees and document lists are on the official site.

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