Last Updated: 16 September 2026
Visa Application Cape Town - compare quotes for UK, USA, Schengen, Canada and other visa applications, eVisas, police clearances, apostilles and translations.
Most visa steps can be done in Cape Town. The exceptions are some Schengen appointments and document legalisation, which run through Gauteng. Destination guides are on VISA Services South Africa.
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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 |
| Apostille handling via DIRCO | R1,250 - R1,850 per document | Optional assistance fee |
| Notarisation before apostille | R250 - R600 per document | Third-party |
| Sworn translation | R450 - R1,200 per page | Third-party |
| Courier Cape Town - Pretoria and back | R450 - R900 | Optional |
| Return flight to Johannesburg for an appointment | R2,000 - R4,500 | Only if no Cape Town centre |
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.
What Can Be Done in Cape Town
| Step | In Cape Town? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| US visa interview | Yes | US Consulate General, Westlake |
| UK biometrics | Yes | UK visa application centre in Cape Town |
| Canada biometrics | Yes | VFS Global Canada centre |
| China visa | Yes | Visa Application Service Center, Canal Walk |
| Schengen biometrics | Depends on country | Some providers only have Gauteng centres |
| Australia, New Zealand, eVisas | Online | Biometrics only if requested |
| Police clearance fingerprints | Yes | At a SAPS station - processed centrally in Pretoria |
| Apostille | Partly | Some documents at the Western Cape High Court - national documents such as SAPS clearances go to DIRCO in Pretoria |
| SAQA verification | Online | No office visit needed for most applications |
| Sworn translation | Yes | Translators appointed by the High Court |
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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Compare Cape Town QuotesBefore You Book
- Check the Schengen centre first. Confirm your destination country has a Cape Town centre before booking flights to Gauteng.
- Allow for Pretoria documents. Police clearance and DIRCO steps add courier time - start these before the visa.
- Book early for peak travel. European summer and December holidays fill appointments.
- Get official fees listed separately from assistance fees in every quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do my whole UK visa application in Cape Town?
Usually yes. The form is online and biometrics can be given at the Cape Town centre, subject to appointment availability.
Do Cape Town applicants go to Johannesburg for Schengen visas?
Only if the provider for your destination country has no Cape Town centre. Check the embassy or provider website before booking.
Where do I get fingerprints for a police clearance in Cape Town?
At a SAPS station. The application is then processed by the SAPS Criminal Record Centre in Pretoria, which is why it takes several weeks.
Can I get an apostille without sending documents to Pretoria?
Some notarised and court documents can be apostilled at the Western Cape High Court. Documents from national departments are usually apostilled by DIRCO in Pretoria.
How much does visa help cost in Cape Town?
Roughly R1,500 to R4,500 for UK, USA or Canada applications and R400 to R1,500 for eVisas, plus official fees. These are indicative ranges.
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