Estonia visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Estonia

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

  • A copy of the completed application form.
  • Two passports sized photographs taken with a white background and showing the face fully. These photographs should be attached to the application form.
  • Copies of your previous visas along with your passport. The passport should have a validity of 3 months from the intended date of entry into the country.
  • The passport should also contain two blank pages.
  • Travel insurance with a minimum of €30000 covering medical insurance.
  • Travel itinerary for the duration of the visit in the country.
  • Confirmed flight reservation with dates of entry and exit from Estonia.
  •  Bank statement spanning 6 months from the period of application of the visa. This is to show the continuous flow of funds.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation for the duration of stay in the country.

Estonia Visa for South Africans

Facts about Estonia

Estonia’s capital, Tallinn, is an ancient town built by German crusaders. It is a major tourist destination in Europe. It is also the largest and most visited destination in Estonia. The city of Tallinn is known for parks, lakes, culture, museum. There is also the high Tallinn TV tower which is regarded as the tallest building in Tallinn with 313m height. The tower has an observation deck. Around other cities in Estonia, there are also various tourist sites with the promise of a great experience.

Over 3 million foreigners visit Estonia yearly.

Types of Estonia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 15 days 90 days
Official visa 15 days 90 days
Transit visa 15 days 24 hours

General Requirements for Estonia Visa

  • A copy of the completed application form.
  • Two passports sized photographs taken with a white background and showing the face fully. These photographs should be attached to the application form.
  • Copies of your previous visas along with your passport. The passport should have a validity of 3 months from the intended date of entry into the country.
  • The passport should also contain two blank pages.
  • Travel insurance with a minimum of €30000 covering medical insurance.
  • Travel itinerary for the duration of the visit in the country.
  • Confirmed flight reservation with dates of entry and exit from Estonia.
  •  Bank statement spanning 6 months from the period of application of the visa. This is to show the continuous flow of funds.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation for the duration of stay in the country.
Estonia Tourist visa Estonia Business visa Estonia Student visa Estonia Medical visa Estonia Official visa Estonia Transit visa

Estonia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants of this visa type do so for the purpose of sightseeing, recreation and relaxation.
  • Holders of this visa type can also visit relatives and friends in the country.
  • You are however not allowed to take up any job in the country.
  • You also cannot study with this visa type.
  • If you are minor, a consent form signed by your parents is needed. You should provide an original copy of your birth certificate.
  • You need a letter of invitation from the person in Estonia you are visiting.
  • The address and phone number of the person you are visiting should be included in the invitation letter.
  • You are expected to leave the country at the end of the validity period.
  • The visa fee is €60.

Estonia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is for the business-minded people travelling to Estonia.
  • This people aim to develop a good working relationship in Estonia.
  • You are allowed to have business meetings with partners and also sign business contracts.
  • You are also allowed to attend business meetings, conferences and trade fairs during your stay in the country.
  • A letter of invitation from your business partner in Estonia.
  • The letter should contain the address of the company.
  • Also included in the letter, the company should state coverage of expenses.  
  • If applicant is not a South African, photocopy of South African stay permit is required.
  • Holders of this visa cannot take up paid work during their time in the country.
  • You are required to present a letter from your employer stating the approval of your leave and the duration of your stay in the country.

Estonia Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is suitable for students who have been enrolled into a university of choice.
  • Such people are not allowed to take up work.
  • You need a working permit to take up work in the country.
  • A letter of approval from the university you have been enrolled to confirming enrolment into the university.
  • Proof of sustenance for the period of your stay in the country.
  • Applicants must be prepared to obey al the local laws in the country.
  • If you are a minor, your birth certificate should be submitted during the visa application process.
  • At the end of your study, you are expected to leave the country.

Estonia Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • People whose health is not in the best of condition are the ones entitled to this visa type.
  • The holders of the visa need to get medical treatments that are not available in their home country in Estonia.
  • A medical report stating the confirmation of the ailment is required and the reason the ailment cannot be treated in South Africa.
  • A letter of invitation from the medical institution in Estonia. If an organization is covering the cost of the treatment, it should be stated in the letter.
  • Receipt of the full payment of the medical fees should also be presented.
  • Letter of consent should be signed by parents of minors.
  • Applicants should be prepared to abide by the laws of the country.
  • If applicant is not a South African, photocopy of stay permit in South Africa is required.

Estonia Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for travelers making a short stop in the country.
  • Travelers who want to board a connecting flight from Estonia to their destination country are the ones who need this visa type.
  • You can also join a ship moving from Estonia to your destination country.
  • A copy of the visa and flight ticket of your destination country.
  • You are not allowed to visit friends and relative with this visa. This visa cannot serve as a tourist visa.
  • Holders of this visa cannot study in one of the institutions of learning in the country.
  • If applicant is not a South African, a photocopy of South African stay permit is required.
  • It ceases to be valid as soon as you leave the country.
  • It is a single-entry visa that is valid for 24 hours.

Estonia Official Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is a visa type mainly for government officials.
  • Officials visit Estonia to try to improve the bilateral relationship between their home country and Estonia.
  • An official invitation letter is needed.
  • A valid means of identification of the applicant should be tendered.
  • As a diplomat, if the purpose of visit is non-official, you will not be issued this visa.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, you should be in possession of an original copy of the minor’s birth certificate.
  • Confirmed hotel accommodation for the period of stay in Estonia.
  • You cannot be gainfully employed with this visa type.

Estonia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Medical visa

60.00 (EUR)

Official visa

60.00 (EUR)

Transit visa

60.00 (EUR)

Estonia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

Location

Address

Johannesburg

56 Toon van der Heever Street – Randhart – Alberton 1457, Johannesburg

estonia@mweb.co.za

+27 82 550 6363

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Estonia safe??

Yes, Estonia is a safe place to visit.

How do I get visa for Estonia??

To get a visa for Estonia, visit a visa application center next to you with all the necessary documents.

Is Estonia a developed country or a developing country??
Estonia is a developed country.
What is Estonia well known for??
Estonia is well known for its wonderful architecture and the UNESCO world heritage sites it has.
What do Estonians speak??
The Estonian language is the official language in the country.