Central African Republic visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Central African Republic

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


  • Completed visa application form. The form should be signed where necessary.
  • International passport which has a validity of 6 months from the time of exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs which should be taken with a background. The passport should be at least 6 months old and should follow the photo specification for visa application.
  • Bank statement from 3 months prior to the period of visa application is required. This is to show that you can cater for yourself while in the country.
  • Return ticket to South Africa.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation. Either confirmation of paid hotel accommodation or home address of your host in the country.

Central African Republic Visa for South Africans

Facts about Central African Republic


Tourists that visit the Central African Republic are usually attracted to the Chutes De Boali, a waterfall of 50m. Travelers can appreciate the wildlife in the country by visiting Dzanga-Sangha National Park which has gorillas and elephants. Other activities that can be carried out at the national park include Lowland Gorilla Trekking, Boating Safaris, and famous Dzanga Bai.
 
Over the last decade, the number of tourist visa has been on the rise. An average of 157,000 tourists visits the Central African Republic yearly.

Types of Central African Republic Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 2 days 90 days
Business visa 2 days 90 days

General Requirements for Central African Republic Visa


  • Completed visa application form. The form should be signed where necessary.
  • International passport which has a validity of 6 months from the time of exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs which should be taken with a background. The passport should be at least 6 months old and should follow the photo specification for visa application.
  • Bank statement from 3 months prior to the period of visa application is required. This is to show that you can cater for yourself while in the country.
  • Return ticket to South Africa.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation. Either confirmation of paid hotel accommodation or home address of your host in the country.

Central African Republic Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

50.00 (USD)

Business visa

50.00 (USD)

Central African Republic Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa


Location

Address

Pretoria

209 Eastwood St, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083, South Africa

Null

carembassysa@gmail.com

078 033 6843

Frequently Asked Questions


How many time zones does Central African Republic have??

Central African Republic has the 55th-most number of time zones among all countries in the world.


What type of economy does Central African Republic have??
The Central African Republic has a traditional economic system in which subsistence agriculture and forestry remain the backbone of the economy.

What are the natural resources of Central African Republic??

The main natural resources in the country are diamonds, timber, gold and uranium.


Is CAR safe??

Many areas of the Central African Republic have been plagued by violence and security forces cannot guarantee the safety of civilians. Travelers are advised to take necessary safety precautions at all times.


How populous is Central African Republic??

The country is the 38th-largest African country by population.