A tourist visa lets you visit a country for a holiday or to see family and friends. The name varies - "Standard Visitor", "B-2", "Schengen type C", "subclass 600" - but the evidence asked for is similar.
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Get Tourist Visa QuotesTourist Visa Names by Destination
| Destination | Tourist visa | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| UK | Standard Visitor visa | UK tourist visa |
| USA | B-2 (B1/B2) | USA tourist visa |
| Schengen | Short-stay type C | Schengen tourist visa |
| Canada | Visitor visa (TRV) | Canada tourist visa |
| Australia | Subclass 600 Tourist stream | Australia tourist visa |
Common Tourist Visa Documents
- Passport with enough validity and blank pages.
- Bank statements.
- Employer letter with approved leave.
- Accommodation and itinerary.
- Travel insurance where required.
- Children's birth certificates and consent letters.
Tourist Visa Fees
| Destination | Official fee | Type |
|---|---|---|
| UK | £135 (approx. R2,940) | Official |
| USA | US$185 (approx. R3,000) | Official |
| Schengen | €90 (approx. R1,700) | Official |
| Canada (incl. biometrics) | CAD 185 (approx. R2,180) | Official |
| Australia | AUD 250 (approx. R2,680) | Official |
| Tourist visa assistance | R400 - R4,500 | Optional assistance fee |
Fees may change and should be confirmed with the relevant government, embassy, consulate or authorised visa application provider before applying. Rand amounts are approximate conversions and assistance fees are indicative market ranges, not quotations.
Travelling With Children
Children need their own visas. When leaving South Africa, carry the documents Home Affairs recommends for minors, such as birth certificates and parental consent where a parent is not travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a tourist visa?
Permission to visit a country for tourism or to visit family and friends, without working.
Can I do business on a tourist visa?
Usually limited business activities are allowed on combined visitor visas, but check each country's rules.
How far ahead should I apply for a tourist visa?
As early as the rules allow, especially for December and mid-year holidays.
Visa Application connects South African travellers with independent providers who prepare tourist visa applications.
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