Last Updated: 16 September 2026
Visa Application Bloemfontein - compare quotes for visa applications, police clearances and apostilles from providers who assist Free State applicants.
Bloemfontein applicants usually travel to Johannesburg or Pretoria for biometrics and interviews. Some documents can be apostilled locally. For requirements by destination, start at VISA Services South Africa.
Destination, travel date and number of applicants.
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| Item | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| UK Standard Visitor visa | £135 (approx. R2,940) | Official government fee |
| US B1/B2 visa | US$185 (approx. R3,000) | Official government fee |
| Schengen short-stay visa (adult) | €90 (approx. R1,700) | Official government fee |
| Canada visitor visa + biometrics | CAD 100 (approx. R1,180) + CAD 85 (approx. R1,000) | Official government fees |
| SAPS police clearance certificate | R190 | Official government fee |
| UK, USA or Canada application help | R1,500 - R4,500 | Optional assistance fee |
| Schengen application help | R1,200 - R3,500 | Optional assistance fee |
| eVisa submission | R400 - R1,500 | Optional assistance fee |
| Courier to Pretoria and back | R450 - R900 | Optional |
| Apostille handling via DIRCO | R1,250 - R1,850 per document | Optional assistance fee |
| Return drive to Johannesburg or Pretoria | R1,500 - R2,800 | Fuel and tolls estimate |
| Return flight to Johannesburg | R2,000 - R4,500 | Travel estimate |
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.
Where Bloemfontein Applicants Attend
| Step | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| US visa interview | Johannesburg consulate | Nearest US consulate - most applicants drive the N1 |
| UK and Schengen biometrics | Johannesburg or Pretoria | Pretoria suits a same-day DIRCO visit |
| Canada biometrics | Pretoria VFS centre | Combine with other Pretoria steps |
| Apostille | Free State High Court or DIRCO | Court for some notarised documents, DIRCO for national documents |
| Academic documents | University records office, then SAQA online | For study and skilled work visas |
| eVisas and online visas | Online | Australia, New Zealand and eVisa destinations need no trip unless biometrics are requested |
Centre locations, providers and office procedures change. Confirm current details on the official embassy, application centre, SAPS or DIRCO website before booking. Requirements vary according to visa type and applicant circumstances.
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- Book Pretoria appointments on one day if you need Canada biometrics and DIRCO.
- Students and academics applying abroad should start transcript and SAQA steps early.
- Courier where you can instead of driving for document steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a visa centre in Bloemfontein?
Not for most major destinations. Applicants usually attend Johannesburg or Pretoria centres.
Can I get an apostille in Bloemfontein?
Some documents may be apostilled by the Free State High Court. National documents go to DIRCO in Pretoria.
Is it cheaper to drive or fly to Gauteng?
Driving is usually cheaper for one person with a flexible appointment; flying saves a day.
What does visa help cost?
Roughly R1,500 to R4,500 for UK, USA or Canada applications plus official fees and travel.
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