Lesotho visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Lesotho Visa is not required for South Africans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • South Africans visiting Lesotho can stay for a duration of 90 days visa free. 
  • South Africans visiting Lesotho must have a passport valid for six months on arrival in Lesotho. 
  • South Africans visiting Lesotho must have a certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
  • South Africans visiting Lesotho must show proof of sufficient funds covering their stay in the country, return/onward tickets and the necessary travel documentations for their next destination. 
  • South Africans can apply for an extension of stay at the Lesotho Immigration authorities before the expiry of the initial 90 days. 
  • South Africans visiting Lesotho should get vaccinates for typhoid and hepatitis A which can be contacted from contaminated water or food. 
  • South Africans visiting Lesotho on a business trip longer than three weeks can apply for a visa on arrival in Lesotho. 

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lesotho??
  • The best time to visit Lesotho is the summer months which is between October to April. 
What Language is spoken in Lesotho??
  • The official language spoken in Lesotho is Sesotho and English.
What is Lesotho famous for??
  • Lesotho is famous for it beautiful and majestic mountains which makes up the land in the country. It is also known as the ''mountain kingdom'' or ''the kingdom in the sky''.  
What is the main religion in Lesotho??
  • Christian remains the dominant religion in Lesotho as 90% of the populations are Christians