VisaBuddy / South Africa passport / China
🇿🇦 Do South African citizens need a visa for China?
South Africa citizens need a visa to visit China, and it must usually be arranged before you travel. Typical allowed stay: 5 days.
Visa required
South Africa → China
RequirementVisa required
Allowed stay5 days
Details24-hour visa-free transit through any international airports of China, allows domestic travel through different airports.[Note 1] 5-day Shenzhen Visa on Arrival available at the Shenzhen border if travelling from Hong Kong or Macao. Visa holders must stay within the Shenzhen City and surrounds, not travel to other cities and leave at the end of the 5 day permission. Travelling to Guangzhou would be in violation of the conditions. —N/a
What to doYou need to get a visa in advance, usually from the embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa centre, before you travel.
Requirements
- Apply in advance at the embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa centre.
- Typical documents: passport, application form, photos, itinerary, proof of funds, accommodation.
- Some visas need an invitation letter, travel insurance, or biometrics.
- Processing can take days to weeks, so apply well ahead of travel.
Source: Wikipedia (cites embassies / IATA Timatic)
Where else can South Africa passport holders go?
🇹🇠Thailand🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇺🇸 United States🇯🇵 Japan🇫🇷 France🇸🇬 Singapore🇲🇾 Malaysia🇹🇷 Turkey🇮🇩 Indonesia🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇦🇺 Australia🇨🇦 Canada🇩🇪 Germany🇵🇹 Portugal🇬🇷 Greece🇻🇳 Vietnam🇶🇦 Qatar🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
All destinations for South Africa passport holders
Visiting China from other countries
🇮🇳 India🇺🇸 United States🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇳🇬 Nigeria🇵🇠Philippines🇵🇰 Pakistan🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany🇫🇷 France🇨🇦 Canada🇦🇺 Australia
Visa information is indicative. Always confirm with the official embassy before you travel.