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jamaica PASSPORT
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The 16 Caribbean countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

Fiji visa-free
News

The 9 Oceania countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

Israel visa
News

The SEVEN Middle East countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

jamaica PASSPORT
Offbeat

The 16 Caribbean countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

Fiji visa-free
News

The 9 Oceania countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

Israel visa
News

The SEVEN Middle East countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

Russia visa
News

The FOUR European countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

By Garrin Lambley12-01-2023 09:49

The Henley & Partners Passport Index for 2023 outlines the 106 countries that South Africans can travel to without requiring a visa.

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News

The 106 countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free

By Garrin Lambley11-01-2023 18:44

The latest Henley & Partners Passport Index for 2023 shows the 106 countries that South Africans can travel to without requiring a visa.

UK Start-up student Visa
World News

African students face tough battle for Canada visas

By Agence France-Presse17-11-2022 17:09

According to federal data, Quebec has the highest rejection rate of African students, with 70 percent from French-speaking African nations.

President Volodymyr Zelensky
World News

Ukraine plans to introduce visa regime for Russians as soon as possible

By Agence France-Presse18-06-2022 16:59

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zekensky said that Ukraine is introducing a visa regime for Russians that will take effect from 1 July

Germany visa rules
World News

Germany to ease visa rules for at-risk Russians

By Agence France-Presse31-05-2022 10:49

Journalists, scientists and activists who are at-risk Russians will be able to live and work in German with regard to new visa rules

Ramaphosa Community Police Forums
News

SONA 2022: South Africa’s visa system being reviewed – Ramaphosa

By Thabo Baloyi11-02-2022 06:51

President Cyril Ramaphosa says new visa categories are on the horizon for travellers and those looking to work in South Africa

The Good and the Bad on the UK Red-List of Countries.
Move to the UK

The Good and the Bad on the UK Red-List of countries

By Breytenbachs02-12-2021 14:37

The decision by the UK Government to place several Southern African countries on their red-list caused a lot of heartache and turmoil. The red-list of countries now includes South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, Lesotho, Eswatini and Mozambique.

Soprano’s Paris ‘ordeal’ hits
Celeb News

Soprano’s Paris ‘ordeal’ hits high note: Dirco to probe Pretty Yende’s claims

By Erene Roux26-06-2021 12:56

Dirco is apparently even considering sending the French ambassador to SA home to express its displeasure at the alleged treatment of opera star Pretty Yende at the Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Opera star Pretty Yende: ‘No m
Celeb News

Opera star Pretty Yende: ‘No more playing my word against yours game’

By Erene Roux24-06-2021 16:07

Pretty Yende says that she did have all the necessary documents to enter and work in any of the European countries, including France.

asylum seekers visa application
News

Asylum seekers has until June to renew expired visas online

By Natasha Bezuidenhout06-05-2021 12:14

The Department of Home Affairs are calling on qualifying asylum seekers and refugees to renew their expired visas and status online by 30 June

UK visa
Lifestyle

Study and stay: New UK visa for international graduates

By Lorne Philpot04-05-2021 11:28

The UK government will offer a new post-study work visa from 1 July 2021 for international students wishing to stay on in the country.

South Africans with these jobs
Lifestyle

South Africans with these jobs or visas are now allowed to travel to the US

By Erene Roux16-04-2021 08:19

The United States has opened its borders to South Africans with specific skills, jobs, and visas from its ongoing travel ban.

new zealand visa
Travel

New Zealand issues timeline for resumption of visa processing

By Lorne Philpot31-03-2021 14:37

Immigration New Zealand has outlined the way forward for the restart of its visa processing services.

Republic of Ireland
Travel

Travel update: South Africans no longer have visa-free entry to Ireland

By Lorne Philpot28-01-2021 10:00

In yet another blow for international travel, Ireland has temporarily suspended visa-free entry to South African nationals.

US adult movie industry worrie
Lifestyle

US adult movie industry worried stiff over VP-elect Harris’ anti-porn crusade, saying loads to come

By Riyaz Patel03-01-2021 02:27

“I am thrilled to see Vice-President-elect Kamala Harris enter the West Wing. As a porn star, I am terrified.”

Mauritius
Travel

Mauritius offers ‘no strings attached’ long-stay visas

By Lorne Philpot16-12-2020 16:53

The island state’s ‘premium visa’ is proving to be of interest to South Africans.

visa
Travel

Home Affairs lifts visa requirements for several nationalities

By Lorne Philpot05-10-2020 10:24

The South African Department of Home Affairs announces the removal of visa requirements for several nationalities.

visa
Move to the UK

Visa conditions: Overstaying in South Africa and ban upliftments

By Breytenbachs24-01-2020 10:50

(Partner content) People often underestimate the importance of adhering to the visa conditions of a country. Others unwittingly stay longer in a country than their visas allow them to.

Schengen Visa costs Europe
Travel

Schengen visa costs rise: Why SA travellers must pay more to visit Europe

By Tom Head16-01-2020 18:20

A large majority of South Africans will have to dig deep for their trips to Europe from next month. The cost of a Schengen visa is increasing.

visa
News

SA ‘passport power’ continues downward spiral to 56th spot in the world

By Mike Simpson08-01-2020 14:41

An international index gave the South African passport its lowest ranking since 2009. Fewer countries will now grant visa-free access.

Travel documents: A guide to g
Travel

Travel documents: A guide to getting your paperwork in order

By Shannon Correia22-12-2019 18:10

Ensure that you have all the documents you need before leaving on a trip abroad. Here’s the best way to keep your paperwork in check

south african passport/visa
Travel

Important visa changes announced just in time for the festive season

By Shannon Correia03-12-2019 11:47

Department of Home Affairs minister Aaron Motsoaledi has announced updates on visa changes, promoting ease of entry to SA for visitors

Birth certificate
Travel

Birth certificate visa requirements for entry into South Africa updated

By Shannon Correia11-11-2019 14:06

Updates on visa entry into South Africa, including the scrapping of unabridged birth certificates, a new e-visa and ease of entry into the coutnry

E-visa
Travel

E-visa introduction to boost SA’s inbound tourism industry

By Junie Sihlangu09-10-2019 12:38

Department of Home Affairs to trial e-visas next month.

South African travel passport
Travel

Ten passport-friendly countries popular with South Africans

By Jenna Berndt12-08-2019 12:22

Below are destinations that require either no visa or offer free visas.

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