South Africa Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport
Last updated: 10 Sept 2026
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic country
Visa fee
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a visitor visa before travel to South Africa
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a visitor visa before travel to South Africa
Application notes
- VFS Global appointment service fee USD 50 is prepaid online when booking — separate from the PKR 5,300 government visa fee payable at submission
- Submit in person at a VFS Global visa application centre in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore
- Bank statements must be in English, covering the last three months, and officially stamped by the bank
- Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever endemic country
- Normal processing is 10 calendar days at VFS Pakistan after complete submission; complex cases may take longer
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Complete the South Africa visa application form (Form BI-84) and gather documents per the VFS Pakistan visitor checklist
- 2
Step 2
Book an appointment and prepay the USD 50 VFS service fee at visa.vfsglobal.com/pak/en/zaf/book-an-appointment
- 3
Step 3
Submit your application in person at a VFS Global visa application centre in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore on your appointment date
- 4
Step 4
Pay the PKR 5,300 government visa fee at the centre and provide biometrics if required
- 5
Step 5
Collect your passport with the visa decision when notified by VFS Global
Step 1
Complete the South Africa visa application form (Form BI-84) and gather documents per the VFS Pakistan visitor checklist
Step 2
Book an appointment and prepay the USD 50 VFS service fee at visa.vfsglobal.com/pak/en/zaf/book-an-appointment
Step 3
Submit your application in person at a VFS Global visa application centre in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore on your appointment date
Step 4
Pay the PKR 5,300 government visa fee at the centre and provide biometrics if required
Step 5
Collect your passport with the visa decision when notified by VFS Global
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with minimum 30 days validity beyond intended departure from South Africa and at least two blank pages
- Completed and signed South Africa visa application Form BI-84
- Two recent passport-sized colour photographs meeting VFS specifications
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) issued by NADRA
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate) issued by NADRA
- Last 6 months bank statements stamped and certified by the bank showing sufficient funds
- FBR tax return for the latest tax year
- Employer letter or NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead detailing position and leave approval
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation in South Africa
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry directly from Pakistan
Destination at a glance
Capital
Pretoria
Continent
Africa
Currency
Rand (ZAR)
Phone code
+27
Language
English
Exchange rate
1 ZAR = 16.8040 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
1,680.4
USD
6.07
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I apply for the South Africa visa from Pakistan?▾
Book an appointment through VFS Global and submit in person at a visa application centre in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore
How long does visa processing take?▾
Normal processing at VFS Pakistan is 10 calendar days after complete submission; complex cases may take longer
Do I need to provide certified bank statements?▾
Yes — three months of bank statements in English, stamped and certified by your bank, are commonly required