Last Updated: 16 September 2026
Visa Application Pretoria - compare quotes for visa applications, embassy submissions, police clearances, apostilles and SAQA verification.
Pretoria has most embassies, DIRCO legalisation, the SAPS Criminal Record Centre and a Canada visa centre. US visa interviews are the main step done elsewhere. For requirements by destination, start at 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 at DIRCO | R1,250 - R1,850 per document | Optional assistance fee |
| SAQA verification handling | R1,500 - R3,500 | Optional assistance fee |
| Return trip to Johannesburg for a US interview | R150 - R600 | Gautrain or e-hailing 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.
What Is Done in Pretoria
| Step | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Canada biometrics | VFS Global Canada centre, Pretoria | Book through the IRCC instruction letter |
| Embassy-submitted visas | The relevant embassy | Appointments usually required |
| Schengen biometrics | Provider centre for your destination country | Some providers are Pretoria-only |
| Apostille or legalisation | DIRCO Legalisation Section, Pretoria | For national documents such as SAPS clearances and Home Affairs certificates |
| Police clearance processing | SAPS Criminal Record Centre | Fingerprints can be taken at any SAPS station |
| SAQA verification | Online, SAQA in Pretoria | Most applications need no visit |
| US visa interview | Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban consulates | Not routinely at the embassy in Pretoria |
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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- Sequence documents first. Police clearance and apostilles take longer than most visas.
- Embassies rarely take walk-ins. Confirm the appointment process before you go.
- US interviews are not in Pretoria. Budget for a Johannesburg trip.
For hands-on handling, compare a Pretoria visa agency. For study and work document planning, see visa consultants in Pretoria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for a US visa in Pretoria?
Routine US visa interviews are held at the consulates in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban.
Where is DIRCO legalisation done?
At the DIRCO Legalisation Section in Pretoria. Check current hours before visiting.
Is the Canada visa centre in Pretoria?
Yes, VFS Global operates a Canada visa application centre in Pretoria at the time of writing.
How long does a police clearance take?
Several weeks is common. Processing times are estimates and can change.
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