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South Africa introduces R500 visa fee five days after launching new online travel system

18 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

Published

18 August 2026

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regulatory

◆ Geography

South Africa

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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

South Africa implemented a R500 processing fee for its new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system five days after its launch, reducing overall visa costs and digitising visa applications to simplify travel. The ETA will become mandatory for visa-required travellers but optional for visa-exempt visitors.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

New visa fees alongside a digitised application process reshape travel costs and access to South Africa for international visitors. You need to reevaluate your travel or client engagement plans involving South Africa to factor in updated cost and entry requirements.

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1 source · 18 Aug 2026

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