Kiribati visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Kiribati

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a I-Kiribati Visa.

  • Valid national passport. The passport should be valid for 6 months after exit from the country. The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
  • One copy of completed application form which should carry the necessary signatures and stamp.
  • One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Return and onward ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Kiribati Visa for South Africans

Facts about Kiribati

Kiribati is known for its lagoons and wonderful white sand beaches that offer tourists a remote setting for fishing, diving, yachting, and bird-watching. This makes Kiribati a prime holiday destination. Tourists visit the Phoenix Islands which is in South Tarawa. The island contains the world’s largest marine protected areas and an ecosystem which is home to a host of aquatic and bird species.
 
Kiribati is ranked 197th in the world in terms of tourism. In 2017, a total of 5,800 tourists visited the country which was a significant rise in the number of tourists who visited the country in 2016. The tourism industry was responsible for generating up to $3.4 million in revenue which corresponds to 1.8 percent of the country’s gross domestic product.
 
All visitors are not allowed to enter Kiribati with more than 5000 Australian Dollars. Importation of firearms, ammunition, explosives, counterfeit money, knives and pornography is strictly prohibited. 
 
All nationals of European member states excluding Ireland and the United Kingdom may enter Kiribati visa-free for 90 days within a 180-day period.

Types of Kiribati Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7 working days 90 days
Business visa 7 working days 90 days
Transit visa 7 working days 3 days
Student visa 7 working days 90 days
Work visa 7 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Kiribati Visa

  • Valid national passport. The passport should be valid for 6 months after exit from the country. The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
  • One copy of completed application form which should carry the necessary signatures and stamp.
  • One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Return and onward ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Kiribati Tourist visa Kiribati Business visa Kiribati Transit visa Kiribati Student visa Kiribati Work visa

Kiribati Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is meant for leisure and tourism purposes.
  • Applicants of this visa are only allowed to stay in the country temporarily for the duration of their visa.
  • You can visit friends and relatives with this visa.
  • No business activities are permitted.
  • At the expiry of this visa type, you are required to leave the country.
  • This visa does not allow foreigners to take up work while in the country.
  • You are not allowed to study with this visa.
  • Letter of invitation from the friend or relative you are visiting in Kiribati is required.
  • In the invitation letter provided by your host, the home address and valid means of identification of your host should be written in details.
  • Minors should ensure they provide an unabridged original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Travelers are recommended to be vaccinated against hepatitis B, polio and tetanus.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is necessary.
  • The visa ceases to be valid after 3 months.

Kiribati Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Transit visa is for travelers making a short stop in Kiribati.
  • Applicants of this are transiting through Kiribati to their destination country.
  • Flight ticket and visa to your destination country should be provided.
  • Seamen who are transiting through a seaport in Kiribati may also apply for this visa.
  • You are cannot work or study with this visa.
  • The visa is valid for 3 days.
  • You are expected to leave the country before the expiry of your visa.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory.
  • Minors should present the original copy of their birth certificate.

Kiribati Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is for students visiting Kiribati for the purpose of taking up a course in one of the institutions of learning in the country.
  • Letter of acceptance from the institution of learning you have been accepted to. The letter should contain the duration of the course of study.
  • Transcripts and certificates of the previous schools attended should be provided.
  • You are not allowed to work with this visa.
  • Minors should provide a letter of consent signed by both their parents. The original copy of their birth certificate should be provided.
  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination should be provided.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fees is required.
  • The visa takes 7 working days before it is processed.

Kiribati Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows foreigners to take up work in the country.
  • A letter of invitation from the company you have been employed to is required.
  • Minors should ensure they provide the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • If you are not a South African citizen, a copy of you South African stay permit should be provided.
  • You are expected to abide by all the rules of your visa.
  • At the expiry of your visa, you are expected to leave the country.

Kiribati Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Foreigners applying for this visa do so with aim of fostering relationships with partners in Kiribati.
  • Negotiation and signing of business contract are allowed with this visa.
  • During your time in the country, you can attend conferences, trade fairs and business summits.
  • A letter from your employer in South Africa should be provided. Your position in the company, duration and purpose of your visit should be stated in the letter.
  • The company you are meeting up with in the country should provide a letter of invitation. If the company is going to be in charge of your expenses during your stay in the country, it should be stated in the letter.
  • Certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting up with in Kiribati is mandatory.
  • You are not allowed to take up work with this visa.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
  • You are required to leave the country as soon as your visa expires.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory.
  • Travelers are advised to be vaccinated against hepatitis B, polio and tetanus.

Kiribati Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

70.00 (USD)

Business visa

70.00 (USD)

Transit visa

70.00 (USD)

Student visa

70.00 (USD)

Work visa

70.00 (USD)

Kiribati Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to process a Kiribati visa?

A Kiribati visa is takes 7 working days to be processed.

How much is a Kiribati visa?
A visa to Kiribati visa costs $70.
Is my visa fee refunded if my application is rejected?
What No, the fee paid is non-refundable.is the official currency used in Kiribati?
What is the official currency used in Kiribati?

The official currency used in Kiribati is the Australian Dollar.

What is the official language spoken in Kiribati?

The official language is English.