Both the eVisa and ETA allow tourist stays of up to 90 days per visit; the ETA also permits one 90-day extension applied for online.

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🇮🇩INDONESIA

🇿🇦SOUTH AFRICAID-ZA

Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit South Africa?

Q: Should I use the eVisa or the ETA?

If you arrive at OR Tambo, Cape Town or Lanseria airport, the ETA is faster (about 24 hours). For other ports of entry, use the eVisa, which is decided in 5-10 working days.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

At least 30 days beyond your intended departure with two blank pages; six months' validity is strongly recommended.

Q: Where do I apply officially?

Apply only at the Department of Home Affairs portals: ehome.dha.gov.za for the eVisa and eta.dha.gov.za for the ETA. Avoid third-party sites charging inflated fees.

Q: What documents do I need to show?

A valid passport, return/onward flight, accommodation booking, proof of funds (about R3,000 per month), and a photo or selfie for biometrics.

Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a visa for South Africa. Apply online for an eVisa before travel, or use the new ETA fast-track (available to Indonesians since 12 Feb 2026 at OR Tambo, Cape Town and Lanseria airports). Visa-on-arrival is not available. South Africa is not a visa-free or visa-on-arrival destination for Indonesian ordinary passport holders. As of 2026, the South African Department of Home Affairs offers two online pathways for short tourist visits: the eVisa (the established online visitor visa, available for entry at multiple ports) and the newer Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which became available to Indonesian ordinary passport holders on 12 February 2026 and is processed within about 24 hours. The ETA is currently usable only at OR Tambo (Johannesburg), Cape Town and Lanseria international airports, with expansion to more airports and land borders planned through 2026; travellers entering elsewhere must hold an eVisa or a consular visitor visa. Both allow tourist stays of up to 90 days. There is no visa-on-arrival — travellers who arrive without authorisation are refused entry. Apply only through official government portals (ehome.dha.gov.za and eta.dha.gov.za), as numerous third-party sites charge inflated service fees.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa / ETA (electronic visitor authorisation)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per visit

per entry

Entries

Single entry (eVisa); multiple entries (ETA)

from issue date

Visa fee

~USD 36 government visitor-visa fee (eVisa); ETA fee set by reciprocity

consular fee only

Processing time

eVisa 5-10 working days; ETA within ~24 hours

standard track

Validity

eVisa valid for the approved travel dates; ETA valid 12 months

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity and route

Ensure your Indonesian ordinary passport is valid for at least 30 days beyond departure (six months recommended) with two blank pages. If you will enter via OR Tambo, Cape Town or Lanseria, you may use the faster ETA; for any other port of entry, use the eVisa.

· Ordinary passport· 2 blank pages

/02

Gather supporting documents

Prepare a passport bio-page scan, passport photo, confirmed return/onward flight, accommodation booking, and proof of sufficient funds (about R3,000 per month of stay).

· Return flight· Proof of funds

/03

Apply online via the official portal

For the eVisa, register and apply at ehome.dha.gov.za. For the ETA, apply at eta.dha.gov.za on a smart device, scanning your passport and taking a selfie for biometric verification. Avoid third-party agents charging extra.

· ehome.dha.gov.za· eta.dha.gov.za

/04

Pay the fee and submit

Pay the government fee online and submit the application. Apply at least 2-3 weeks before travel for the eVisa; the ETA is typically decided within 24 hours.

· Online payment

/05

Receive and carry your authorisation

Download the approved eVisa or ETA and keep a printed and digital copy. You must present it at the South African port of entry; there is no visa-on-arrival.

· Print + digital copy

/06

Enter South Africa

At immigration, present your passport with the eVisa/ETA, return ticket and accommodation proof. An immigration officer grants the final length of stay, up to 90 days.

· Up to 90 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Indonesian ordinary passport valid 30+ days beyond stay (6 months recommended)

required

At least two blank passport pages

required

Approved eVisa or ETA obtained before travel

required

Confirmed return or onward flight ticket

required

Proof of accommodation in South Africa

required

Proof of sufficient funds (~R3,000 per month)

required

Recent passport-style photo / selfie for biometrics

required

Travel/medical insurance

recommended

Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country

conditional

Printed copy of eVisa/ETA for the port of entry

recommended

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa government visitor-visa fee~USD 36Standard temporary visitor's visa fee per the SA embassy schedule

ETA feeSet by reciprocityNot separately published; based on reciprocal visa-fee arrangements

Bank / card payment surchargeVariesCharged by the online payment gateway

Third-party service fee (optional)USD 30-90Only if using an agent; not required — apply on official portals

Total estimate~USD 36 — ~USD 130incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation)

~24 hours

Fastest option; available to Indonesian ordinary passport holders since 12 Feb 2026 at OR Tambo, Cape Town and Lanseria airports only.

eVisa standard

5-10 working days

Established online visitor visa; usable at additional ports. Apply 2-3 weeks ahead, more before December peak season.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Indonesia is not on South Africa's visa-exempt list

South Africa requires Indonesian ordinary passport holders to obtain a visa or electronic authorisation before travel; visa-free entry is not granted.

High

/02

No visa-on-arrival

Travellers arriving without an approved eVisa or ETA are refused entry and cannot obtain authorisation at the border.

High

/03

Online eVisa pathway available

South Africa operates an official eVisa for tourist and short business visits, making the visa fully obtainable online.

Medium

/04

New ETA fast-track since Feb 2026

Indonesian ordinary passports became eligible for the 24-hour ETA on 12 February 2026, but only at three airports during the rollout.

Medium

/05

Documentary requirements

Applicants must show return flights, accommodation and sufficient funds, which must be prepared in advance.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Indonesia to South Africa route verified

Confirmed Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a visa; verified the eVisa pathway and that Indonesian nationals became ETA-eligible on 12 Feb 2026 (OR Tambo, Cape Town, Lanseria airports), processed within ~24 hours, with up to 90-day stays. No visa-on-arrival.

/09 — The questions