How to get a Liberia visa from South Africa

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

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Liberia.

Processing time5 working days

Validity30 days

Fee (approx.)$60

Processing time5 working days

Validity30 days

Fee (approx.)$60

Documents South African applicants need to provide.

Completely filled copy of application form.
Applicants should possess two recent passport-sized photographs. The photograph should be taken with a white background.
Passport not older than 6 months. The passport should have a blank page.
Travel itinerary for the duration of stay Liberia.
Travel insurance which covers medical insurance.
Proof that visa application fee has been fully paid.
A confirmed return flight back to South Africa.
Proof of accommodation for the period applicant will be in the country.
Valid health certificate proving vaccination against yellow fever.

This visa type is for applicants who intend to visit Liberia for sightseeing and recreational purposes.
This visa type is also suitable if you want to visit relatives and friends in Liberia.
You need a letter of invitation from your host in the country if you are going to visit a friend or relative.
Included in the letter should be the host’s address and a means of identification.
The visa takes 5 working days to be processed.
Proof of vaccination against yellow fever is required.
Minors should ensure application form is signed by both parents.
You cannot take up paid work with this visa.
The visa is valid for only 30 days.

This is for people visiting Liberia to meet up with business partners.
While in the country, you are allowed to meet up with business partners to have meetings.
You can also attend conferences and sign contracts.
The company you are meeting up with in Liberia should prepare an invitation letter in which you will present when applying for your visa.
The address and name of the company should be clearly stated.
You are prohibited from working for a pay with this visa.
Vaccination against yellow fever is necessary.
The visa lasts for 30 days.

Liberia embassy & visa application centers in South Africa.

AddressSuite 9 Section 7, Schoeman Street Forum, 1157 Schoeman Street, Hartfield, Pretoria.

Phone+27 12 342 2734

The Liberia ambassador to South Africa is His Excellency Mr. Masilo Esau Mabeta.

You need to be very cautious during your stay in Liberia.

Liberia is one of the poorest countries in the world.

Yes, South Africans need to apply for a visa before they can visit Liberia.

The capital of Liberia is Monrovia.

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