South Africa visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting South Africa

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

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two (35 mm x 45 cm) passport-sized photographs.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support to cover your entire stay in South Africa.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record in Djibouti.
  • Medical Insurance to cover the duration of stay. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

South Africa Visa for Indonesians

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
Tourist visa 10 working days 90 days
Business visa 10 working days 90 days
Work visa 10 working days 5 years
Medical visa 10 working days 90 days
Student visa 10 working days More than 90 days.

General Requirements for South Africa Visa

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two (35 mm x 45 cm) passport-sized photographs.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support to cover your entire stay in South Africa.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record in Djibouti.
  • Medical Insurance to cover the duration of stay. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
South Africa Tourist visa South Africa Business visa South Africa Work visa South Africa Medical visa South Africa Student visa

South Africa Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The South African tourist visa is available for Indonesians who wish to visit the country temporarily for tourism or business purposes for a period of 90 days or less.
  • A valid and acceptable passport visa and travel document for your intended stay are required.
  • At least one blank page in your passport for visa stamps.
  • Sufficient funds to pay for your day-to-day expenses during your stay in South Africa.
  • An onward and return ticket.
  • Yellow fever certificate is required if the applicant is passing through the yellow fever belt area before entering South Africa.
  • Proof of legal status for Indonesia must be provided. 
  • Currency brought into or taken from South Africa is monitored by law. Should you have South African currency exceeding R25 000 or any foreign currency, this must be declared.
  • If you are a journalist or sportsman and are bringing goods into the country with you, such as photographic or sports equipment, you should declare them in the Customs red channel after arriving in South Africa.
  • Travelers may import their personal medicament provided it is for not more than three (3) months’ use. This must be accompanied by a prescription issued by a medical doctor.
  • The tobacco and alcohol allowance is not applicable to persons under the age of 18 years.

South Africa Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The South African business visa allows Indonesians to reside and establish, invest in different South African businesses.
  • These are some tips on how to start up business in South Africa:
    • A large part of how to qualify for a business visa in South Africa is how much money you have to invest in your new South African business. The minimum investment is required to be made into the business within a 2 year period of time.
    • Your application will be scrutinized for the employment positions it creates. 60% of your employees need to be either South African citizens or permanent residency holders.
    • When courting foreign investment, regulations also pay attention to attracting the right sort of businesses to South Africa. There are specific sectors such as tourism and manufacturing that are deemed priority industries.
    • Building a business plan is necessary, a business plan is a blueprint for the success of the business. Further, the business plan will also identify the business’s chances of succeeding and the applicant’s own business ability.
    • An agreement to register with The South African Revenue Service, Unemployment Insurance Fund, Compensation Fund, Companies, and Intellectual Properties Commission, and a relevant professional body or council, where applicable, as recognized by the SAQA must be provided.
    • Police clearance certificates from the country in which you stayed from the age of 18 years, including South Africa is required.
    • A letter of recommendation from the Department of Trade and Industry that assessed the feasibility of your business and why the contribution would be beneficial and of interest to the Republic.
    • Before starting up a business, you need to research business ideas in South Africa.
  • A yellow fever vaccination certificate if you have traveled or you are planning to travel in a risk area, as well as your radiology reports.
  • If the applicant is traveling to South Africa for a business meeting, the following are required:
    • A valid passport expiring no less than 30 days after the expiry of the intended visit.
    • A return flight booking.
    • A letter of invitation from the business or confirmation from the organization confirming the activity/business they will undertake.
    • Proof of funds to support visits or support from sponsoring companies.

South Africa Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • This visa enables Indonesians whose purpose of traveling to South Africa is to take up paid employment.
    • The visa application form of applicants should be accompanied by proof of acknowledgment from the Department of Labor.
    • A letter of employment from your future employer should be provided.
      • The letter should state the address of the company and your job position.
    • The contract of employment, that determines the conditions of employment and is signed by both the employer and employee.
      • This document should be in line with the labor norms in South Africa.
    • Your employer should prove that you will not be paid lower than the average salary and benefits of citizens that have the same job in the country.
    • Before you are offered this job, you must have proof that you have the required qualifications and experience that suits the job.
    • Your future employer must provide a document showing proof that there was no South African willing and available to take up the job.
    • Proof of skills evaluated by SAQA and translated by a denominated translator into one of the official languages of South Africa.
    • Proof of registration of the business with the Commission on Intellectual Property and Companies (CIPC) of your future employer.
    • Your family members are allowed to come to visit you, but they are required to apply for a South African relative visa.
    • This visa is valid for a minimum period of 24 months and may be extended.
    • For applicants 18 years and older, a police clearance certificate is required.
    • A medical and radiological report of applicants is required.

    South Africa Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • Indonesians who apply for the medical visa wish to visit South Africa in order to undergo specific medical treatment.
    • A signed referral letter from a doctor in South Africa specifying the nature of health problems and the reason the treatment will be best gotten in South Africa is required.
    • A signed letter from the doctor in South Africa stating that he/she will take up the treatment. The physical address of the hospital should be stated in the letter, as well as, the telephone number.
    • A letter from your employer in Indonesia stating awareness and allowance of your leave. Your job position and duration of your employment should be stated in the letter.
    • If the applicant is under the age of 18, the original copy of the child’s birth certificate is required. A letter of consent signed by both parents of the minor should also be submitted.
    • A copy of the Yellow Fever Card with signature and cover page which shows validity dates is mandatory. The yellow fever vaccination card should be valid for 10 years.
    • Proof that you have the incentive of returning to your country at the expiry of your visa should be presented.
    • Receipt of the paid visa application form.

    South Africa Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • The student visa is issued to Indonesian students who intend to study in one of the academic institutions in South Africa.
    • Studying in South Africa is easy for foreigners.  it will usually take three years of full-time study to complete a bachelor's degree, and one or two years to complete a master's degree.
    • A letter of acceptance from the institution you have applied is required. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and state the course and duration of the study.
    • An undertaking by the registrar of the chosen educational institution to grant proof of registration as contemplated in the relevant legislation within 60 days of registration.
    • Students are required to provide proof of sufficient funds. A student is required to have at least  R2,714 per month to meet financial needs.
    • If you are over the age of 18 years, you are required to submit a police clearance certificate not older than 6 months.
    • For applicants under the age of 18 years, an unabridged original copy of your birth certificate is required.
    • A certificate of yellow fever vaccination should be provided.
    • International students are allowed to work part-time as long as it does not interfere with your studies.
    • Certificates and transcripts from previously attended schools should be submitted during the application process.

    South Africa Visa Fees

    Visa Type

    Sub Types

    Visa Fees

    Tourist visa

    45.00 (USD)

    Business visa

    45.00 (USD)

    Work visa

    45.00 (USD)

    Medical visa

    45.00 (USD)

    Student visa

    45.00 (USD)

    South Africa Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

    Location

    Address

    Jakarta

    Wisma GKBI, 7th Floor, Suite 705 J1 Jend Sudirman No 28 Kav 9-122 Jakarta 10210 Indonesia

    www.dirco.gov.za/jakarta/

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    (+62) 21 2991 2500

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is South Africa famous for?

    The country is famous for its Table Mountain, Kruger National Park, Cape Town, among other interest things. Tremendously rich in minerals and mines, South Africa is considered a leader in the world with almost 90 percent of all the platinum metals on planet earth and about 41 percent of all the gold in the world.

    Is it safe to drink tap water in South Africa?

    Drinking tap water in South Africa is safe to and also cook with when taken from taps in urban areas. Not all tap water in rural areas is safe for consumption, so it is advised you take precautions if necessary.

    Is English widely spoken in South Africa?

    According to Statistics South Africa, only 8.4% of South African households speak English – that's just 4.7 million people in a country of 56 million. English is only the sixth-most common home language in the country, after Zulu (24.7%), Xhosa (15.6%), Afrikaans (12.1%), Sepedi (9.8%), and Setswana (8.9%).