Introduction:
Hi travellers!
If you’re holding a South African passport, there are plenty of destinations around the world ready to welcome you—no visa hassles required! Whether you’re planning a tropical escape, a family getaway, or just want to know where you can travel without all the paperwork, here’s your essential visa-free guide.
At The Travelling Agent, we make travel simple, stress-free, and exciting.
Visa-Free Countries
Pack your bags and go—these destinations don’t need you to apply for a visa beforehand.
Africa & Indian Ocean
- Botswana
- Namibia
- Eswatini (Swaziland)
- Lesotho
- Mozambique
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Rwanda
- Tanzania
- Mauritius
- Seychelles (some conditions apply)
The Americas & Caribbean
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Belize
- Barbados
- Bahamas
- Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
- Jamaica
- Panama
- Trinidad & Tobago
Asia & Middle East
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Hong Kong
- Qatar
- Thailand (visa-free for 30 days as a tourist)
Visa on Arrival (VOA)
These destinations let you sort your visa when you land. Usually, you’ll pay a small fee and may need to show your return ticket and accommodation details.
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Indonesia (Bali!)
- Jordan
- Laos
- Cambodia
- Ethiopia
- Kenya
- Tajikistan
- Bolivia
eVisa & eTA (Apply Online Before You Travel)
Quick and easy online applications before you fly:
- India
- Turkey
- Sri Lanka
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Kenya (moving fully to eTA soon)
- South Korea
- Uzbekistan
Important Tips
- Passport Validity: At least 6 months beyond your return date with 2 blank pages.
- Travel Proof: Some visa-free countries still require proof of accommodation, return flights, and sufficient funds.
- Health: Yellow Fever vaccination may be required for certain African & South American countries.
- Regulation Changes: Visa rules can change fast—always check before booking (I can help with this!).
From My Desk at The Travelling Agent
My goal is simple: to make sure your journey starts off right—with correct information, no unexpected snags, and a touch of travel magic.
Whether it’s Mauritius for a beach escape, Brazil for Carnival, or Singapore for shopping, I’ll help you travel smarter and stress-free.
Ready to Go?
Let’s take the stress out of travel and turn those dreams into reality.
Contact Heather @ The Travelling Agent for tailored visa-free travel advice and bookings.