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📱 Introduction of ETA
South Africa will launch a fully digital Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system in September 2025 for short-term tourists from visa-required countries. -
🧳 Simplified Application Process
The AI-powered platform promises faster approvals, reduced fraud, and a seamless visa experience via mobile devices. -
🌐 Targeted Countries
The ETA will apply to travelers from countries like India, China, Pakistan, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Iran, Nigeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Tunisia, Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Russia, and Ukraine. -
🛂 Replaces Existing e-Visa
The new ETA system will replace the current e-Visa program, streamlining the visa application process. -
📄 Reduced Documentation
Applicants will need only three essential documents for applications across South African missions globally, addressing a long-standing bottleneck in the system. -
🧳 Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS)
A newly gazetted TTOS will allow approved tour operators to manage group visa applications, simplifying the entry process for Indian and Chinese tourists. -
✈️ Direct Flight Connections
Plans are underway to restore direct flights between Mumbai and Johannesburg, aiming to eliminate the need for layovers in Middle Eastern or African hubs. -
📲 Instant Visa Issuance
The ETA system processes tourist visa applications in seconds, removing the need for paperwork, in-person appointments, or long queues at border posts. -
🌍 Expansion Plans
The government plans to expand the ETA system to all visa categories, including work, study, and residency permits, after initially launching it for tourist visas. -
🔍 Stay Updated
Travelers are advised to keep an eye on updates from the Department of Home Affairs to avoid confusion and ensure compliance with the new system.
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