South Africa: entry rules for Vietnamese passport holders
for Vietnamese passport holders, unless you hold a valid Schengen visa
Which visas do you hold?
Vietnamese passport holders can visit South Africa without a visa only with a valid Schengen visa. Tick yours to see what applies to you.
You need a visa to visit South Africa
With a Vietnamese passport alone, apply for a South Africa visa before you travel, on the official government website or at its embassy.
If you hold a valid Schengen visa, tick it above: then you can visit without one.
For guidance only. Rules change, so always check the official government website before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Can Vietnamese passport holders enter South Africa?
Only if you also hold a valid Schengen visa: then it's visa-free, and you can stay a limited period. Without one, you need a South Africa visa.
How long can Vietnamese citizens stay in South Africa?
It varies; check the official source before you travel.
How much does it cost?
Free.