Brunei Darussalam visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Brunei Darussalam

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


  • Valid national passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the period of entry. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Two recent passport sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the photo specification of a visa application.
  • Completed visa application form which has the necessary signatures.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of visa application. This is proof that you can cater for yourself for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Return flight ticket to South Africa.
  • Proof of accommodation that covers your stay in Brunei. This may be in form of confirmed hotel reservation in the country.

Brunei Darussalam Visa for South Africans

Facts about Brunei Darussalam


Brunei is a tiny nation in Asia popular for its beaches and biodiverse rainforest. The beaches allow tourists to perform activities like water sports and scuba diving. Ulu Temburong National Park affords tourists access to the culture and wildlife in Brunei. The capital, Bandar Seri Begawan is home to Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah mosque and its 29 golden domes.
 
Brunei recorded a record number of tourist arrivals in 2017. The number of foreigners who visited the country was 258,955, this was the highest number since 2011. This follows from an 18% increase from the number of tourists who visited the country in 2016.
 
Brunei is an Islamic country and indecent dressing is frowned at especially during the period of Ramadan. Fines and prison sentences are handed out to people who are found to be involved in adultery. Consuming food, drink or tobacco during the fasting hours of Ramadan will land you in hot water with the authorities.
 
All European Union citizens, United States, Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein can visit Brunei without a visa for up to 90 days. Citizens of Laos, Malaysia, New Zealand, Oman, Singapore, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine, and UAE can visit Brunei without a visa for a period of 30 days. Nationals of Cambodia, Japan, Canada, Russia, and Costa Rica can visit the country without a visa for up to 14 days.

Business places and offices shut down between 12 noon and 2pm every Friday.

Types of Brunei Darussalam Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7 working days 90 days
Business visa 7 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Brunei Darussalam Visa


  • Valid national passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the period of entry. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Two recent passport sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the photo specification of a visa application.
  • Completed visa application form which has the necessary signatures.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of visa application. This is proof that you can cater for yourself for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Return flight ticket to South Africa.
  • Proof of accommodation that covers your stay in Brunei. This may be in form of confirmed hotel reservation in the country.

Brunei Darussalam Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

30.00 (USD)

Business visa

30.00 (USD)

Brunei Darussalam Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa


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Frequently Asked Questions


Can I drink Alcohol in Brunei??
You cannot buy alcohol in Brunei. However, if you are a non-Muslim, you have an alcohol allowance of bringing alcohol across the border.

What is the culture of Brunei??

The culture of Brunei is strongly influenced by Malay cultures and the Islamic religion.


Is Brunei an Arab country??

No, Brunei is not an Arab country.


Is Brunei a developed country??
Yes, Brunei can be considered as a developed country.

What continent is Brunei located??
Brunei is located in Asia.

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