South Africa visa requirements for Bruneians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Bruneians visiting South Africa

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a South African Visa.

      • A statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of your visit to South Africa
      • Two colored passport photographs (45 mm x 35 mm)
      • A passport or travel document valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit in South Africa
      • A return or onward ticket 
      • If you have a host(s) in South Africa, a proof of his/her undertakings is required.
      • A completed visa application form.
      • Payment of the prescribed visa fee.
      • A proof of financial means to pay for your living expenses while in South Africa.
      • Proof of Yellow fever certificates 
      • Your passport must have at least two unused pages for entry and departure endorsements.
      • Determine the type of visa to apply for
      • Medical insurance is required.

      South Africa Visa for Bruneians

      Facts about South Africa

      South Africa is popular for its natural landscape, game reserves, and cultural heritage. Tourists interested in natural history would have a good time visiting the country. A wide range of species can be found in various nature parks around the country. The most popular national parks are the Kruger National Park and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, other smaller parks are Addo National Park and Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park. There are also beaches which offer activities like surfing and kayaking. In addition to its numerous natural attractions, South Africa also boasts a large number of attractions of cultural significance. They include caves forming part of the Cradle of Humankind in Gauteng, the ruins of the Kingdom of Mapungubwe in northern Limpopo, the wine routes of the Western Cape amongst others.
       
      The tourism industry is one of the most important industries of the South African economy. In 2012, the country was responsible for directly contributing ZAR 102 billion of South African GDP and supports 10.3% of jobs in the country. In 2014, over 9 million tourists visited South Africa which was a 0.1% increase from the number of visitors recorded the previous year.
       
      Foreigners visiting South Africa are not allowed to enter the country with more than ZAR25,000 but can enter the country with unlimited foreign currency. No Kruger coin is allowed. On exit from the country, you cannot be in possession of more than ZAR25,000 but can leave with unlimited foreign currency if the amount was declared on entry. Foreigners can leave the country with up to 15 Kruger coins if there is proof it was purchased with foreign currency.
       
      Citizens of Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Malta, Portugal, Russia, Spain, the United Kingdom, etc can gain entry visa-free for a stay of 90 days. Nationals of Angola, Antigua, and Barbuda, Cape Verde, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Hungary, Jordan, Poland, South Korea, Thailand, etc do not need a visa for stays of 30 days or less.

      Types of South Africa Visa

      Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
      Business visa 4-6 weeks 90 days
      Tourist visa 4-30 days 90 days
      Work visa 4-6 weeks 90 days

      General Requirements for South Africa Visa

          • A statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of your visit to South Africa
          • Two colored passport photographs (45 mm x 35 mm)
          • A passport or travel document valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit in South Africa
          • A return or onward ticket 
          • If you have a host(s) in South Africa, a proof of his/her undertakings is required.
          • A completed visa application form.
          • Payment of the prescribed visa fee.
          • A proof of financial means to pay for your living expenses while in South Africa.
          • Proof of Yellow fever certificates 
          • Your passport must have at least two unused pages for entry and departure endorsements.
          • Determine the type of visa to apply for
          • Medical insurance is required.
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          South Africa Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

          • A tourist visa is given to the citizens of Brunei for visitation and tourism in South Africa.
          • A completed Form BI-84 (application for a visa).
          • A passport or travel document valid for nothing less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit
          • Your passport must have at least two unused pages for entry and departure endorsements.
          • Payment of the prescribed fee
          • A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required.
          • Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of your visit.
          • Two colored passport photographs (35mm x 45mm)
          • Cash available (including credit cards and travelers’ cheques)
          • A valid and acceptable passport or travel document for your intended stay.
          • Sufficient funds to pay for your day-to-day expenses during your stay.
          • A tourist visa is valid for a duration of 90 days.
          • A return or onward ticket if you are traveling by air
          • If you have children (minors) traveling with you or joining in South Africa, you will need to provide an additional document which is a proof from the guardian in the case of an unaccompanied minor.
          • Proof of financial means to pay for your living expenses while in South Africa in the form of bank statements, salary advances, undertakings by the host(s) in South Africa.
          • Medical insurance is required.

          South Africa Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

          • This visa is given to the citizens of Brunei for traveling to work In South Africa
          • A valid passport
          • Two passport size photographs with a white background
          • An offer of permanent employment in the form of a contract of employment.
          • A letter from your employer confirming your current and permanent employment, which is not older than six months.
          • Proof of qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority.
          • Work references or certificates of service (covering at least the last five years).
          • Present yourself for biometrics at the visa facilitation center.
          • A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel
          • Medical insurance
          • Proof of a clean criminal record

          South Africa Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

          • This visa is issued to citizens of Brunei traveling to South Africa for the purpose of signing a contract, conference, seminars or any related business activity in South Africa.
          • A completely filled business visa application form 
          • Pay the business visa application fee.
          • The business visa collection time is from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Mondays - Fridays). 
          • A statement or documentation detailing the purpose and duration of the visit.
          • A proof of funds to support visit or support from sponsoring company.
          • Original passport with a minimum validity of six months as on the date of submission of application for the visa.
          • One recent passport-size colored photograph depicting full face (35mm x 45mm).
          • A business visa is valid for 90 days.
          • All business visa fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

          South Africa Visa Fees

          Visa Type

          Sub Types

          Visa Fees

          Business visa

          2040.00 (ZAR)

          Tourist visa

          2040.00 (ZAR)

          Work visa

          1520.00 (ZAR)

          South Africa Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Brunei Darussalam

          Location

          Address

          South Africa

          There is no South African embassy/consulate in Brunei. Applicants should visit neighboring countries for application.

          Frequently Asked Questions

          What language is mostly spoken in South Africa?

          The most common language spoken as a first language by South Africans is Zulu (23 percent), followed by Xhosa (16 percent), and Afrikaans (14 percent). English is the fourth most common first language in the country (9.6%), but is understood in most urban areas and is the dominant language in government and the media.

          Can I drink water South Africa?

          Yes, High-quality water is widely available in South Africa and drinking from taps is fine, except in rural and drought-struck areas.

          Is it customary to tip in South Africa?

          Yes, It is customary to tip good service in South Africa. An acceptable amount is 10-15%. If you have six or more in your party, restaurants will generally add a gratuity to your bill.

          Where is the most dangerous place in South Africa?

          Nyanga is one of the most dangerous places in South Africa and it has the highest number of murders in South Africa. Do not visit this place alone.