How to get a Brunei Darussalam visa from South Africa

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for South African passport holders travelling to Brunei Darussalam.

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Brunei Darussalam.

Processing time7 working days

Validity90 days

Fee (approx.)$30

Processing time7 working days

Validity90 days

Fee (approx.)$30

Documents South African applicants need to provide.

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.

Foreigners who apply for the tourist visa who visit the country for sightseeing and relaxation.
This visa also serves as a visitor visa. You can visit friends and relatives with this visa.
While in the country you are not allowed to take up paid employment.
Minors should ensure they are in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
If you are visiting friends or relatives in the country, you should provide a letter of invitation from your host in Brunei. The home address and telephone number of the host should be included in the letter.
For non-South Africans, a copy of your South African stay permit is required.
Copies of all the original copies of your documents should be made available as the original copies may not be returned by the embassy.
The receipt of your paid visa fees should be provided.
You are expected to leave the country at the expiry of your visa. Visa overstaying is considered a crime and is punishable by fines and jail time.
Immunization against hepatitis A and B is recommended.

This visa is for business travelers visiting Brunei with the intention of maintaining business relationships with their partner companies in the country.
You can attend business meetings, conferences and trade fairs with this visa.
You can also negotiate and sign contracts with their partners in the country.
A letter of invitation from the company you are visiting in Brunei is required. The company address, purpose and duration of your visit should be clearly stated in the letter.
The certificate of business registration of the company you are visiting in Brunei is required.
Letter with the official company letterhead from your current employer in South Africa is required. Your employer should state that he/she is aware of your business leave. Your status in the company should be stated in the letter.
You cannot take up paid or unpaid employment with this visa.
Ensure you make copies of all your original documents.
You are expected to leave the country at the expiry of your visa.
The visa is valid for 90 days.
Brunei Darussalam has no embassy in South Africa.
Intending visitors will need to go to Singapore to apply for a visa.

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

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

No, Brunei is not an Arab country.

Yes, Brunei can be considered as a developed country.

Brunei is located in Asia.

Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Brunei Darussalam visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.