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South Africa |
30 days |
South Africa boasts of a population of 57 million people. Popularly called the “Rainbow Nation”, the country is famous for it’s Springbok team and gre... |
- Citizens of Eswatini can travel to South Africa without applying for a visa for a period of 30 days of stay.
- Passports of citizens must have two consecutive empty visa pages per entry.
- Yellow fever at least 10 days before arrival is required from travellers at the port of entry.
- Passport of visitors must be valid for 30 days beyond the stay duration.
- Local currency (ZAR) up to 25,000 is prohibited from entry and exit but foreign currencies can be unlimited if declared upon entry. No Kruger coins are prohibited also.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger can be included in a parent's passport on condition that the child is accompanied by the passport bearer.
- Travellers should have a sufficient means of support, all necessary documents for their next trip, onward or return tickets.
- All pet animals and their products have to be transported as manifested cargo under an Air Waybill.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- South Africa uses the South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2) which means that there is no time difference between South Africa and Eswatini.
- The estimated flight time from Eswatini to South Africa is 1 hour, 29 minutes.
- In South Africa, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M and N. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- There are no restrictions on importing and foreign currencies and traveller's cheques so long as the imported sums are declared upon arrival.
- South Africa is the largest country in Southern Africa and the 25th largest country in the world by land area and, with over 57 million people.
- South Africa is often referred to as the “rainbow nation” to describe the country's multicultural diversity, especially in the wake of apartheid.
- South Africa contains some of the oldest archaeological and human fossil sites in the world.
- South Africa has a generally temperate climate due in part to being surrounded by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans on three sides Winters in South Africa occur between June and August.
- There are 11 official languages spoken in South Africa which are Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Tswana, Southern Sotho, Tsonga, Swazi, Venda and Southern Ndebele.
- The Christians in South Africa make up 9.8% of the population with 1.5% as Muslims, Hindus at 1.2%, traditional African religion at 0.3%, Judaism at 0.2%. and 15.1% of the population without any religious affiliation.
- South Africa is known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
- South Africa is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls- The country boasts the world’s second-highest waterfall, The Tugela Falls.
- Miles of coastline, glittering sand dunes and rich biodiversity draws many tourists from all over the world to South Africa
- South Africa is home to the two biggest man-made holes in the world, The Big Hole in Kimberly and the Jagersfontein Mine.
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Mozambique |
30 days |
Mozambique is home to over 19 million people, the best colonial era architecture and the famous Peri Peri Chicken dish. |
- Citizens of Eswatini are not required to apply for a visa to travel to Mozambique for a stay up to 30 days.
- Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to leave at least three blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
- The two blank pages on the passport must face each other.
- Visitors are expected to provide a copy of flight itinerary or e-ticket displaying round trip travel with entry/exit dates.
- If visitors plan to stay in hotels, they must provide a copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
- The Embassy of Mozambique recommends that travellers carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate.
- If visitors cannot present a certificate of vaccination, vaccination will be made with charges at the port of entry.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Mozambique is 1 hour, 43 minutes.
- Mozambique uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means there is no time difference between Mozambique and Eswatini.
- Currency restrictions for entry and exit are within USD 5000 and 10,000 Mozambican Meticais.
- Penalties for the possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs in are severe.
- Visitors are advised to always carry passports along while touring the country or else they will be taken in for questioning.
- Permission must be made before photographing some government buildings.
- It is against the law to drive under the influence of alcohol in Mozambique.
- Major mode of transportation within Mozambique is by road, although, the roads are not smooth enough for long intra-travels and overnight drives.
- Mozambique is a southern African nation whose long Indian Ocean coastline is dotted with popular beaches like Tofo, as well as offshore marine parks.
- Mozambique is the world's 36th-largest country and It is comparable in size to Turkey.
- The country is drained by five principal rivers and several smaller ones with the largest and most important the Zambezi.
- Mozambique has a tropical climate with two seasons, a wet season from October to March and a dry season from April to September.
- The country's natural environment, wildlife, and historic heritage provide opportunities for beach, cultural, and eco-tourism.
- Modes of transport in Mozambique include rail, road, water and air.
- Portuguese is the official and most widely spoken language of the nation, spoken by 50.3% of the population.
- Christians make up 56.1% of Mozambique's population and Muslims comprised 17.9% of the population while 7.3% of the people held other beliefs, mainly animism, and 18.7% had no religious beliefs.
- In Mozambique, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, F and M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Portuguese cuisine traditions have greatly influenced Mozambique's cuisine.
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Botswana |
90 days |
Botswana is home to over two million people, impressive wildlife safaris and the world’s largest salt pans |
- Swazis are can travel to Botswana for a period of 90 days of stay without applying for a visa.
- Passports of citizens of Swaziland are required to have a validity of 6 months from the date of arrival into the country.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination will be requested from Swazis at the port of entry.
- There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies taken in and out of the country.
- Passport of citizens must have at least three or more unused pages for entry stamps upon entry into the country.
- About 38% of the country is set aside for national parks, reserves, and wildlife management areas.
- Travellers must provide proof of sufficient funds to support stay in Botswana as well as return or onward tickets.
- All kinds of pets are allowed to enter the country but cats and dogs must be accompanied by an import permit from the Director of Veterinary Services in Botswana.
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Trophy hunting in which large animals are targeted for their horns, size, skin to be displayed as “trophies” is illegal in Botswana and has been since January 2014.
- Botswana has the highest concentration of wild elephants in Africa, with most of them living in Chobe National Park and the Linyanti region.
- Botswana is home to the Kalahari Desert, which takes up about 80% of the entire country and the desert is home to many animals ranging from Meerkats, Flamingos, and Leopards to African wild dogs.
- Botswana is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world having lands bursting with thriving African animal species.
- The Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana are major tourist destinations. Other reserves include the Central Kalahari Game Reserve located in the Kalahari desert in Ghazni District: Makgadikgadi Pans National Park and Nxai Pan National Park are in the Central District of Makgadikgadi Pans.
- The official language of Botswana is English although Setswana is widely spoken across the country.
- An estimate of 77% of the country's citizens identifies as Christians followed by a minority of Muslims mainly from South Asia, Hindus and Baha’is.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Botswana is 1 hour, 38 minutes.
- Botswana uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means that there is no time difference between Botswana and Eswatini.
- In Botswana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, G and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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Lesotho |
30 days |
Lesotho is an enclaved country in southern Africa, with a population of about 2 million people. Lesotho is a land of clear blue skies and more than 30... |
- Visa is not required for citizens of Eswatini travelling to Lesotho for a period of 30 days.
- Citizens of Eswatini are expected to provide a passport that is valid within the duration of stay.
- Visitors are required to leave at least one blank page of their passport for visa stamps upon entry.
- A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certification will be requested from Eswatini citizens entering Lesotho.
- There are no restrictions on the possession of currency on entry or at the exit.
- In Lesotho, the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Lesotho uses South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2) which means that there is no time difference between Lesotho and Eswatini.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Lesotho is 1 hour, 3 minutes.
- Transportation within Lesotho can be done either by driving or using public transport such as coaches or minibus taxis.
- Because Lesotho is within South Africa, its roadways are linked with those of South Africa this also means that Lesotho has no seaports or harbours of its own.
- Lesotho adopts both the South African rand and the Lesotho loti.
- Sotho and English are the official languages of Lesotho, and the former is the national and most widely spoken language in the country.
- Christianity more popularly practiced followed with Isam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Baha'i.
- Lesotho's food culture features potato, seafood, rice and vegetables.
- The Kingdom of Lesotho is a small landlocked country within South Africa, known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
- Lesotho is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.
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Zimbabwe |
90 days |
Zimbabwe is a country of roughly 16 million people known for its diverse wildlife, impeccable landscapes and diverse acceptable units of currency. |
- Citizens of Eswatini can visit Zimbabwe without obtaining a visa for a stay duration of 90 days
- Eswatini passports must be valid for the duration of stay in Zimbabwe.
- Visitors are required to provide at least two blank pages of their passport for visa stamps.
- There are no restrictions on exporting goods up to a value of ZWD 5000 by each person.
- A departure tax of 30 USD is imposed on travellers leaving the country.
- A Yellow Fever Certificate of vaccination will be requested from visitors at the port of entry.
- Travellers must have onward or return tickets.
- An import licence is required to import Fresh meat, agricultural products, seeds, bulbs, and drugs.
- Cats and dogs require a permit issued by the Director of Veterinary Services, Post Office Box no. 8012, Causeway, Harare, along with a health certificate.
- Pet animals may enter as cargo or as traveller's checked luggage but not in the cabin.
- Zimbabwe has 16 official languages with English, Shona, and Ndebele as the most commonly used.
- Zimbabwe has a tropical climate with many local variations.
- The southern areas are known for their heat and aridity, parts of the central plateau receive frost in winter, the Zambezi valley is also known for its extreme heat and the Eastern Highlands usually experience cool temperatures and the highest rainfall in the country.
- In Zimbabwe, men with large stomach are considered wealthy. A large stomach indicates that a person is financially stable and can afford to eat meat each day.
- Zimbabwe is a young nation, as half the population is below 21 years of age.
- Zimbabwe is one of the smartest countries in Africa. About 90% of the population is educated.
- The country's rainy season generally runs from late October to March.
- Zimbabwe is a multi-currency nation. It abandoned its own currency, the Zimbabwean dollar, for foreign currencies, such as South Africa rand, US dollar, euro, and the Botswana pula.
- In Zimbabwe, you can buy an item priced in South African rands, pay in euros, and get a change in US dollars.
- It is illegal for the police to impound on a vehicle on the road. The police are only allowed to check a driver’s license.
- Large parts of Zimbabwe were once covered by forests with abundant wildlife
- The main tourist attraction in Zimbabwe is the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi which is located in the north-west of the country and shared with Zambia.
- Traditional arts in Zimbabwe include pottery, basketry, textiles, jewellery and carving.
- Transportation within Zimbabwe is made through road vehicles with water, air and railways.
- In Zimbabwe, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Zimbabwe is 1 hour, 25 minutes.
- Zimbabwe uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means that there is no time difference between Zimbabwe and Eswatini.
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Namibia |
90 days |
Namibia is known for its 2.5 million people, the highest sand dunes and the largest canyon in Africa. |
- Eswatini citizens can travel to Namibia without obtaining a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- Citizens of Eswatini are expected to possess a passport with a validity of 6 months beyond stay upon entry.
- Passports of visitors must have at least six blank pages for entry stamps.
- Angolans are required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination upon entry into the country
- There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies imported in and out of the country.
- Travellers must have confirmed onward or return tickets.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Namibia is richly endowed with game notably antelope and giraffes which coexists with cattle and sheep.
- The Etosha Pan in the north is a major game area and tourist attraction followed with the Fish River Canyon.
- Namibia is home to the world’s largest population of desert elephants, free-roaming cheetahs and black rhinos.
- Namibia has there two different styles of sand-boarding.
- Namibia is the first country in the world to incorporate environmental protection into its Constitution.
- Sossusvlei Sand Dunes in Namibia are some of the highest in the world and they’re one of the country’s most impressive sights.
- Transportation is dominated by Trans-Namib, a public-sector rail, road, and airline operator.
- Namibia is the driest country in Sub-Sahara and depends largely on groundwater.
- The winter in Namibia from June to August is generally dry.
- The lightest rain in Namibia falls between September and November while the heaviest is between February and April and both rainy seasons occur in summer.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Namibia is 2 hours, 26 minutes.
- Namibia uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2)hence, There is no time difference between Namibia and Eswatini.
- In Namibia, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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Tanzania |
90 days |
Tanzania is home to about 60 million people, Africa's most famous national parks and the highest mountain in Africa |
- Eswatini citizens do not need to obtain a visa to visit Tanzania for a period of 90 days of stay.
- Eswatini passports must last for the period of 6 months upon entry into the country.
- Visitors must make available at least a blank page on their passports for entry stamps.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of Vaccination is required from citizens of Angola visiting or intending to visit Tanzania.
- Travellers are required to declare international currency valuing more than $10,000 on both entrance and exit from Tanzania.
- It is also illegal to export any such products received as a gift or exchange without the correct documentation.
- Visitors are expected to provide proof of travel arrangements by presenting a computer-generated itinerary from airline/travel agency or copy of transportation tickets showing entry and departure from Tanzania.
- Additionally, it is prohibited to gather, collect, or remove flora or fauna, including seashells and ebony or mpingo wood.
- While visiting Tanzania, you should dress modestly (upper arms and legs covered and no exposed midriffs) outside of the hotel or resort and when arriving and departing from Zanzibar.
- Visitors should be very cautious of seemingly lucrative business opportunities offered by agents based in, or with ties to, Tanzania and neighbouring countries while touring the country.
- It is recommended to obtain a permit from the police before bringing arms and ammunition into the country.
- Copy of confirmed hotel reservations is required if staying in various hotels.
- If travelling as part of a tour and/or safari it is required that visitors must submit the inland itinerary from that tour/safari organizer.
- entry applications for minors under 18 years should be accompanied with a notarized letter, jointly signed by parents or legal guardians approving the minor to travel.
- Tanzania is mountainous and densely forested in the north-east of the African Continent.
- In Tanzania, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Tanzania is 3 hours, 21 minutes.
- Tanzania uses East Africa Time zone in Tanzania (GMT+3) hence, Tanzania is 1 hour ahead of Eswatini.
- Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain, is in north-eastern Tanzania.
- The Menai Bay Conservation Area is Zanzibar's largest marine protected area.
- The Kalambo Falls, located on the Kalambo River at the Zambian border, is the second-highest uninterrupted waterfall in Africa
- The national language of Tanzania is Swahili, although, there are over 60 languages are spoken in Tanzania, making it the most linguistically diverse country in East Africa.
- Three of Africa’s Great Lakes- Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Nyasa, are partly within Tanzania.
- The climate varies greatly within Tanzania and the climate is cool in high mountainous regions
- The hottest period extends between November and February while the coldest period occurs between May and August
- Tanzania has 16 national parks plus a variety of game and forest reserves, including the Ngorongoro Conservation centre.
- Tanzania is highly biodiverse and contains a wide variety of animal habitats.
- Boababs can be seen in Tanzania’s Tarangire National Park.
- Diving or snorkelling off of one of Zanzibar’s islands provide a rich up-close encounter with some of the unique underwater sea creatures found among the coral reefs.
- The beaches of Zanzibar are infamous for a reason. Featuring white sand, blue waters, and swaying palms, they’re regarded as some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
- The Serengeti National Park is one of the most famous and best-loved parks and is home to more than one million species of large mammals. It’s also a World Heritage Site and has also had the honour of being named a 7th world wonder.
- On Tanzania's Serengeti’s plain, white-bearded wildebeests other bovids and zebra participate in large-scale annual migration.
- Most transport in Tanzania is by road closely followed by railways and buses.
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Zambia |
90 days |
Zambia is a country with a population of over 16 million people, the country richest in water bodies in Southern Africa and the African country with t... |
- Eswatini citizens can travel to Zambia without obtaining a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- Should a visitor choose to obtain a visa upon arrival, the will be a need to inquire with the airline if boarding is allowed without a visa.
- Visitors are required to provide a passport that is valid for the duration of stay in the country.
- At least three pages of Visitors’ passport should be left blank for Zambia entry stamps.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of Vaccination will be requested at the port of entry into Zambia.
- The import of poultry and related products is prohibited.
- It is illegal to export game meat in any form (dried, processed, or raw).
- Pets are allowed to enter Zambia but cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country as well as an import permit.
- All travellers entering or departing from Zambia must declare all currency notes of more than USD 5,000 or its equivalent.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Zambia is 2 hours, 6 minutes.
- Zambia uses Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) hence, There is no time difference between Zambia and Eswatini.
- The Republic of Zambia is a landlocked country in south-central Africa.
- Zambia is classified as humid subtropical, with small stretches of semi-arid steppe climate in the south-west and along the Zanzebi.
- There are two main seasons, the rainy season runs from November to April and the dry season from May/June to October/November.
- Zambia is significantly ethnically diverse, with a total of 73 ethnic tribes.
- Zambia is officially a Christian nation but a wide variety of religious traditions exist.
- The official language of Zambia is English, which is used to conduct official business and is the medium of instruction in schools while popular local languages include Nyanja (Chewa) followed by Bemba.
- Zambia has some of nature's best wildlife and game reserves affording the country with abundant tourism potential.
- All of Africa’s Big Five can be found in Zambia including lions, rhinos and elephants. South Luangwa National Park is a protected area for these animals.
- The North Luangwa, South Luangwa and Kafue National Parks in Zambia have one of the most prolific animal populations in Africa.
- Tourists can go white water rafting down the Zambezi, canoe through national parks for a closer look at the wildlife, take a chopper flight over Victoria Falls or swing off one of the massive gorges in Zambia.
- The Victoria Falls in the Southern part of the country is a major tourist attraction.
- In Zambia, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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Benin |
90 days |
Benin is home to about 20 diverse ethnic groups, breathtaking landscapes and the most beautiful carved wood masks in the world. |
- Swazis travelling to Benin with the intention to stay for 90 days or less do not require a visa.
- Visitors are required to possess a valid passport for six months with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- Passport should be valid for six months beyond your departure date from Benin.
- Passport photographs must meet the Consulate of Benin’s requirement; One recent 2 x 2 passport photograph, in colour, front view and with a plain/light background.
- Visitors must also have in possession, valid yellow fever and cholera certificate (International Certificate of Vaccination). Malaria protection, although not required, is recommended.
- Visitors must hold proof of sufficient funds and onward/return travel tickets
- Benin is a tropical nation, highly dependent on agriculture, and is a large exporter of cotton and palm oil.
- Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Kenya airways, Asky Airlines and Air France are carriers from Swaziland to Benin.
- The majority of the Benin population lives on the small southern coastline of the Bight of Benin, part of the Gulf of Guinea in the northernmost tropical portion of the Atlantic
- Benin has two rainy and two dry seasons. The principal rainy season is from April to late July, with a shorter less intense rainy period from late September to November. The main dry season is from December to April, with a short cooler dry season from late July to early September.
- The official language of Benin is French. However, indigenous languages such as Fon and Yoruba are commonly spoken
- The largest religious group in Benin is Roman Catholicism followed closely by Islam, Vodun and Protestantism.
- The Benin citizens are known for their Religious Syncretism (the act of practising the combination of elements from the Christian and voodoo religion)
- Transportation within Benin is made by road, rail, water and air.
- The Benin Republic uses the West African Standard time (GMT+1) thus, Eswatini is 1 hour ahead of Benin.
- The crime rate is low and most disputes are resolved by local leaders. Only a few civilians have access to guns.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Cotonou, Benin is 6 hours, 28 minutes.
- Greeting people properly is considered the most important social norm in Benin, therefore, it is appropriate to shake the hand of each person present upon entering or leaving a place. People who are well acquainted may greet each other by kissing on the cheek
- Public displays of affection between members of the opposite sex are discouraged but men frequently walk together holding hands.
- Offering food and drink to visitors is a key element of hospitality and to refuse is considered rude to the Benin people.
- Many people in Benin eat with the fingers of the right hand. It is considered bad taste to eat with the left hand or offer another person something with the same hand.
- The basic meal is staple starch eaten with a sauce that contains vegetables and meat or fish.
- Food is prepared at least twice a day- at midday and in the evening. The morning meal may consist of warmed-up leftovers from the previous evening's meal or food purchased from roadside vendors
- One of the most beautiful spots for a drink is the terrace of the pub in Haie Vive, which serves as one of the biggest expat hangouts in town.
- Benin is known to play a key role in the development of the African slave trade and also recognised to be the birthplace of the voodoo arts. These two ingredients are just a small part of the recipe that makes the complex and rich history of the African nation.
- Although, the nation is relatively small and has only a few large cities but Benin provides travellers or visitors with museums, wonderful architecture and markets in abundance for exploration.
- The Benin Republic also has many recreational sites for visitors’ pleasure, especially for nightlife activities.
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Ecuador |
90 days |
Ecuador is a country with a population of seventeen million people. It is known for its Amazonian rain forest, its impeccable Andes peaks, and for its... |
- Eswatini citizens can travel to Ecuador without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 90 days.
- Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
- Citizens of Eswatini visiting Ecuador are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.
- Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
- Visitors are allowed the free import of A moderate amount of perfume; One litre of alcoholic drinks; 200 grammes of tobacco, 50 cigars, or 300 cigarettes; Gifts and personal objects up to the value of:
- - USD 200 if travellers are staying abroad for up to 7 days;
- - USD 300 if travellers are staying abroad for 8 days up to six months;
- - USD 400 if travellers are staying abroad for six months up to two years;
- - USD 500 if travellers are staying abroad for two years or more; such amounts are estimated regardless of the age of travellers.
- Dry or fresh meat, unpreserved meat products and all kinds of plants and vegetables require previous permission from the Ministry of Agriculture.
- visitors are allowed to depart with a moderate amount of cigarettes, tobacco and national alcoholic drinks.
- Goods such as narcotics, live animals and their parts, gold bars and antiques are prohibited from entry.
- EgyptAir, British airways, Avianca, Iberia, Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air Europa and Emirates are major carriers that fly from Eswatini to Ecuador.
- To bring in pets, travellers must have a health certificate that is issued by an authorized governmental veterinarian and approved by the local health authorities in the home country.
- In Ecuador, the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Dogs require a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued within three months of arrival in Ecuador.
- A traveller's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ecuador.
- Visitors arriving with more than two pieces of checked luggage have to pay high customs duties as follows: For the third bag: USD 200; For the fourth bag: USD 400; Starting from the fifth bag, all checked luggage will be revised and a customs tax has to be paid for the total content of all bags.
- Visitors departing on international flights are required to pay an Airport departure tax.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Ecuador is 15 hours, 10 minutes.
- Ecuador has a wet and dry season. The period from December to May (winter) is hot and humid while the rest of the year is warm and pleasant.
- Because of its three mainland regions, Ecuador's climate is varied.
- Christianity is the most predominant religion practised in Ecuador.
- Electricity in Ecuador is either not available or erratic in rural areas.
- Ecuador uses six transportation methods to transport passengers; they are aviation, highways, pipelines, ports and harbours, railways and waterways.
- The official language of Ecuador is Spanish, which is spoken by approximately 93% of the population.
- Ecuador uses the time zone in Quito, (GMT-5), hence, Eswatini is 7 hours ahead of Quito, Ecuador.
- Ecuador’s biggest tourist attraction are its beaches to astonishing volcanoes and the Amazon Rain forest.
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Dominica |
180 days |
Dominica is a small country of more than 74,474 people known for its lush, unspoiled rain forests, several hot springs, and for its black... |
- Citizens of Eswatini can travel Dominica without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 180 days.
- Eswatini citizens are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 6 months from the date of arrival.
- Children aged less than 18 years old may not carry a photo ID.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.
- Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
- Visitors aged 16 years old or more are allowed to possess: 200 cigarettes or one box of cigars whose number depends on the duration of the visit and which is subject to customs; A sealed bottle of alcoholic drinks with the maximum amount of two litres; two bottles of perfume in opened bottles for personal use.
- Visitors are prohibited from bringing in all animal products such as cheese, meat, sausage and fresh vegetables, fruits or plants.
- To bring in cats and dogs, a health certificate issued within 15 days before arrival is required to be provided.
- The animals mentioned above must be vaccinated against rabies and parvovirus within a period of more than one month and less than one year before arrival.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Dominica is 14 hours, 13 minutes.
- It is prohibited to bring in any type of bird into Dominica.
- Visitors’ luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry.
- All visitors are required to pay a departure tax of USD 20 that is usually included in the ticket. However, if the tax is not included in the ticket, it must be paid on departure.
- Visitors are not allowed to take local currencies on entry or departure.
- Visitors are allowed to take foreign currencies at departure provided the exported sums are declared on arrival, but there are no restrictions on traveller's cheques.
- Dominica is a mountainous Caribbean island nation with natural hot springs and tropical rain forests.
- English is the official language of Dominica and is universally spoken and understood. In addition, Dominican Creole mixed with French is widely spoken.
- A vast majority of the Dominican population are Christians while religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Chinese Folk Religion, Neo-religions, and Atheism are only practised by a fewer population.
- Dominica uses the Atlantic Standard Time zone (GMT-4), hence, Eswatini is 6 hours ahead of Dominica.
- Dominica uses mainly the sea and road mode of transportation.
- The government, aiming to solve the enduring problems of the lack of available installed capacity and constant blackouts.
- Dominica has a tropical climate, hot all year round, with a hotter and muggy season from May to October and a relatively cool season from December to March, while November and April between seasons.
- It's known for its beaches, resorts and golfing some of which includes the Bavaro Beach Resort, Casa De Campo Golf and Dining Resort, Cayo Levantado Resort for whale watching (particularly the humpback whale) and the Los Haitises National Park.
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Gambia |
90 days |
Gambia is known for its lovely beaches, its incredible reserve of diverse bird species, and for being home to Jufureh, the ancestral village of Kunta... |
- Citizens of Swaziland do not require a visa to visit the Gambia for a stay of up to 90 days.
- Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into the Gambia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
- Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
- Confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
- Intending visitors can get to the Gambia from Sikhuphe International Airport in Swaziland.
- British Airways, Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir and KLM are some of the carriers that fly from Swaziland to the Gambia.
- The estimated flight duration from Swaziland to the Gambia is 8 hours, 59 minutes.
- The religion in the Gambia based on statistics show that 90% of the population are Sunni Muslims, 9% are Christians, while the remaining 1% still practise traditional beliefs.
- There are at least 10 languages spoken by different ethnic groups in The Gambia. However, the official language is English.
- The Gambian Dalasi is the official currency of the Gambia. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- Popular delicacies in the Gambia are benachin, domoda, superkanja, etc.
- In the Gambia, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The Gambia uses Greenwich Mean Time hence, Eswatini is 2 hours ahead of The Gambia.
- The climate in the Gambia is subtropical, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. The dry season runs from mid-November to early June, while the rainy season lasts from late June to October.
- Some of the tourist attractions in the Gambia include Kunta Kinteh Island, Kachikally Museum and Crocodile Pool, Abuko Nature Reserve and Bijilo Forest Park.
- Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.
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Grenada |
90 days |
Grenada is famous for its fragrant spices, for its national bird (the critically endangered Grenada dove), and is home to the world's first underwater... |
- Swazis can travel Grenada without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 90 days.
- Eswatini citizens are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
- Visitor’s are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.
- Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
- Visitors aged 18 years or more are allowed to hold 250 grammes of tobacco articles or 200 cigarettes; 1 quart of alcoholic drinks or wine.
- Intending visitors can get to the Gambia from Sikhuphe International Airport in Swaziland.
- Airlines that go from Swaziland to Grenada are Emirates, Lufthansa, British Airways and others.
- To bring in pets, visitors must have a health certificate and an import licence. The latter document must be obtained from the Government Veterinarian in St. George's, Grenada.
- A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Grenada.
- All visitors leaving Grenada are required to pay an Airport Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
- About 65 per cent of Grenadians are Roman Catholic. Most of the rest belong to Protestant denominations which include Anglican, Methodist, Seventh-Day Adventist, and Baptist.
- In Grenada the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Grenada is 14 hours, 4 minutes.
- Atlantic Standard Time zone (GMT-4), hence, Eswatini is 6 hours ahead of Grenada.
- The climate of Grenada is tropical, hot and humid all year round, with a relatively cool and dry season from January to mid-April and a hot, humid and rainy season from June to December.
- The official language in Grenada is English while the two other languages recognized in the country is Grenadian English Creole and Grenadian French Creole.
- Grenadians use a diverse array of means of transportation; visitors can drive, take a taxi or a water taxi, board the ferry, hire a motorboat, jump on a bus, take a plane or just walk.
- Grenada is known for its pristine beaches, intriguing marine life and underwater Sculpture Park.
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Kenya |
90 days |
Kenya is known for its over 30 million people, most spectacular wildlife and the second largest mountain in Africa. |
- Eswatini citizens are allowed to visit Kenya without applying for a visa for the duration of 90 days.
- Eswatini passports must reach the validity of 3 months as stipulated by the Kenyan travel requirement.
- Visitors are advised to leave at 2 blank pages of their passport for entry stamps.
- Intending visitors must provide a Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
- the associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Kenya operates on a 240V supply voltage and 50Hz.
- Kenya uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3), hence, Kenya is 1 hour ahead of Eswatini.
- Options for getting around Kenya include airlines, trains, car hires and taxis, public transport like 'matatus' and buses.
- British airways, KLM, Lufthansa and Emirates are carriers to Egypt from Swaziland.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Kenya is 4 hours, 23 minutes.
- Visitors are allowed to possess money amount up to 100,000 Kenyan Shillings on exit
- The Kenyan Shilling is the currency of Kenya.
- The Bantu Swahili language and English serve as Kenya’s official languages but there are more speakers of Swahili than English in the country.
- The popularly cooked Kenyan foods are Maize meal called Ugali when cooked and Unga when raw and rice. Ugali is usually served as a white stiff porridge, good for dipping in stews or making into a makeshift spoon when you eat with your hands.
- The predominant religion in Kenya is Christianity, Islam is the second-largest religion in Kenya, other faiths practised in Kenya are Baha'i, Buddhism, Hinduism and traditional religions.
- Lake Victoria is the world’s second-largest freshwater lake found in Kenya. Kenya shares Lake Victoria with Tanzania and Uganda.
- Mount Kenya national park and Lake Turkana National park are world heritage sites in Kenya
- They have 110 different species of bats.
- Kenya shares its land borders with 5 other countries: Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
- The biggest five animals rhinos, leopards, lions, buffalo, and elephants can all be found in Kenya
- Wildlife safari is the soul of Kenya’s tourism with safe infrastructure like buses, jeep and light aircraft are put in place for the comfort of tourists exploring the country. Tsavo is the largest national park in Kenya.
- Some of the oldest known paleontological records of history have been found in Kenya
- Lions and Leopards are part of the landscape of the country which has made Kenya one of East Africa’s Favourite Safari destinations.
- Kenya is also a great place for cultural encounters as there are more than 40 different ethnic groups in the country.
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Malaysia |
30 days |
Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its... |
- According to the Malaysian visa policy, Swazis can make a visit without applying for a visa for a stay up to 30 days.
- At least one passport page of visitors will be required for entry stamps.
- Eswatini citizens are not required to provide any certificate of vaccination to visit Malaysia.
- Passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the date of arrival.
- Travellers are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger may be added to the passport of an adult in their company.
- Entry is denied to foreign women in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more).
- Travellers are required to pay an airport tax at the charge of MYR 45.
- Travellers must have enough money (at least USD 500) as well as onward or return tickets.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers to Malaysia are required to fill in a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight.
- Visitors are only allowed to possess currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Malaysia is 10 hours, 48 minutes.
- Malaysia is on the Malaysian Time zone (GMT+8) placing Malaysia is 6 hours ahead of Eswatini.
- Malaysia is the 66th largest country by land area and It has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
- Borneo is actually the third largest island in the world and it is shared between Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesia.
- The biggest roundabout in the world is located in Malaysia.
- The Kedah Sultanate in Malaysia is said to be one of the oldest in the world.
- Malaysia’s total highway length is longer than the Earth’s circumference.
- The Sarawak Chamber in the Malaysian Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak is famously known as the world’s largest underground cave chamber.
- The Malaysia My Second Home programme that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire to in the world.
- The country has the highest numbers of women working in the banking industry.
- Malaysia is ranked 19th in the world for its quality roads, quality of port infrastructure and quality of air transport infrastructure but ranked 39th in quality of electricity supply.
- The country has seven international ports, the major one being the Port Klang.
- There are 200 industrial parks along with specialised parks such as Technology Park Malaysia and Kulim Hi-tech park.
- The telecommunication network, although strong in urban areas, is less available to the rural population.
- The major modes of transportation within Malaysia is by road and railways.
- The constitution grants freedom of religion and makes Malaysia an officially secular state while establishing Islam as the "religion of the Federation”.
- The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian, a standardised form of the Malay language alongside the English language.
- Popular sports in Malaysia include association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing and skateboarding.
- Malaysia is one of the world most popular for coastal tourism. Langkawi and Kedah are the most famous nature island spots in the country.
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Malawi |
90 days |
“The warm heart of Africa” as it is known is a home to about 18,091,575 people. It is a country located in the southeastern region of Africa. |
- Citizens of Eswatini are not required to obtain a visa to visit Malawi for a period of 90 days.
- Passports of Eswatini citizens must reach the validity of six months at the time of arrival.
- Citizens of Eswatini will be required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry into Malawi.
- Visitors must have at least one blank page available on their passports for entry stamps.
- Local and Foreign currencies must be declared upon arrival and departure from the country.
- Dogs and cats must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
- All travellers departing from Blantyre and Lilongwe are required to pay a service charge of MWK 1,500.
- Travellers must have enough money for their stay as well as return or onward tickets at the port of entry.
- Malawi has. been seen as a haven for refugees from other African countries, including Mozambique and Rwanda since 1985.
- Malawi has two sites listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, The Lake Malawi National Park and the Chongoni Rock.
- Animal life indigenous to Malawi includes mammals such as elephants, hippos, big cats, monkeys, and bats with a great variety of birds including birds of prey, parrots and falcons, waterfowl and large waders, owls and songbirds.
- The official language is English and other major languages include Chichewa, Chiyanja, Chiyao and Chitumbuka. Other native languages are Malawian Lomwe, Kokola, Lambya, Ndali, Nyakyusa-Nalgonda and Tonga.
- Malawi is a majority Christian country, with a significant Muslim minority.
- Malawian cuisine is diverse, with tea and fish being popular features of the country's cuisine.
- Malawi is home to the popular pet fish Cichlid residing in Lake Malawi. The lake is estimated to have close to 3000 species of cichlids, the most of any lake in the world.
- Malawi is home to the third-largest lake in Africa, Lake Malawi. It is also the eighth largest lake in the world and the second deepest lake in Africa.
- Liwonde National Park is Malawi’s premier national park. It has lodges on the Shire River which provide a lovely backdrop to a huge variety of birds, hippos, elephants and many more species of wildlife.
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Mauritius |
90 days |
Mauritius, officially known as the republic of Mauritius, is a volcanic Island located in the Indian ocean off the southeast of the continent Africa.... |
- Visitors from Mauritius can enter Mauritius without applying for a visa for a duration of 90 days.
- Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination at entry.
- Visitors must have confirmed reservations for accommodation in Mauritius.
- onward or return tickets to their home country or country of residence.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Plants and plant material including flowers, bulbs, fresh fruit, vegetables, cuttings, and seeds are not allowed into Mauritius unless a permit is obtained in advance from The Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and the Environment.
- Sugarcane and its parts with fresh fruit coming from the area lying 60 degrees to the East of Asia, including India and Pakistan are prohibited not excluding soil and micro-organisms.
- In Mauritius, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Mauritius uses the Mauritius Standard Time zone (GMT+4), hence, Mauritius is 2 hours ahead of Eswatini.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Mauritius is 3 hours, 55 minutes.
- Transportation in Mauritius is characterized by the network of roadways, ports, and airports
- Mauritius adopts the Mauritian rupee as its national currency.
- Hinduism is a major religion, followed by Christianity, Islam and Buddhism.
- Mauritius is mostly appreciated by tourist for its natural environment and man-made attractions, the multi-ethnic and cultural diversity of the population, the tropical climate, beaches and water sports.
- Mauritius is the most densely populated country on the African continent and also one of the most prosperous and rich countries on the continent.
- There are so many interesting places for tourists in Mauritius with amazing white sandy beaches, picturesque towns and villages and ancient military ruins to visit.
- The Mauritian Constitution makes no mention of an official language and its one million citizens speak English, French, Mauritian Creole, French-based Creole, and ethnic languages such as Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Tamil or Mandarin.
- On the islands of Mauritius, the climate is tropical, with a hot and rainy season which reaches its peak from January to March, and a relatively cooler and less rainy season from June to September.
- People are proud of their island and may expect you to admit that it’s the closest thing to Paradise, so it’s a good idea to just oblige. Be open and friendly and accept offerings.
- When greeting in Mauritius not that friends and family commonly share a kiss on each cheek. Handshakes may be appropriate during some initial introductions.
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Singapore |
30 days |
The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world. |
- For Eswatini passport holders travelling to Singapore, a visa application is not required for entry for a stay up to 30 days.
- Citizens of Eswatini should provide a passport valid for the duration of stay in the country
- Passport in possession of citizens should have at least two blank pages for entry stamps.
- Visitors are expected to provide a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.
- Travellers must have confirmed onward or return ticket and enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Singapore.
- Computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency is needed also.
- Travellers aged 18 years old or more are allowed the free import of no more than one litre of beer, spirits and wine.
- The import of meat and its products into Singapore is prohibited.
- Free export of a moderate amount of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Importing and exporting of explosives or firearms is forbidden except if the traveller has a permit from the Director-General of Civil Aviation Authority, Singapore.
- Any tobacco products and chewing-gum must be declared on arrival.
- The trading of banned drugs is a serious crime in Singapore and the penalty for such crime is death.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- There are no restrictions on importing local currency (Singapore Dollar-SGD) and foreign currencies but visitors are allowed to possess up to 30,000 SDG (Singapore Dollar-SGD) at departure.
- Singapore uses the Standard Time zone(GMT+8), hence, Singapore is 6 hours ahead of Eswatini.
- The nation is known for its transition from a developing to a developed country in a single generation under the leadership of its founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew.
- Most Singaporeans are bilingual and English serves as the nation's lingua franca while Malay is the national language.
- Singapore has the highest religious diversity in any country.
- Singapore is the third-biggest creditor nation by net international investment position per capita
- Due to urbanisation, Singapore has lost over 95% of its historical forests. only about of its flora and fauna can be found in its natural reserves such as the Bukit Timah Natural Reserve and the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve which comprise only 0.25% of Singapore's land area.
- Singapore has a tropical rain forest climate with no distinctive seasons, uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall.
- The government provides numerous assistance programmes to the homeless and needy through the Ministry of Social and Family Development, so acute poverty is rare.
- In 2015, Lonely Planet and The New York Times listed Singapore as their top and 6th best world destination to visit respectively.
- As Singapore is a small island with a high population density, the number of private cars on the road is restricted to curb pollution and congestion.
- Singaporean residents also travel by e-scooters, bicycles, bus, taxis and train.
- Taxis are a popular form of public transport as the fares are relatively cheap compared to many other developed countries.
- Singapore is a major international transport hub in Asia, serving some of the busiest sea and air trade routes.
- Access to water is universal, affordable, efficient and of high quality.
- Buddhism is the most widely practised religion in Singapore, with 33% of the resident population. The next-most practised religion is Christianity followed by Islam, Taoism and Hinduism 17% of the population did not have a religious affiliation.
- Racial and religious harmony is regarded by Singaporeans as a crucial part of Singapore's success and played a part in building a Singaporean identity.
- Singapore's diversity of cuisine is touted as a reason to visit the country, one of the best locations when it comes to a combination of convenience, variety, quality and price.
- Hainanese Chicken rice based on the Hainanese dish, Wenchang chicken is considered Singapore's national dish.
- Water sports are some of the most popular in Singapore.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Singapore is 10 hours, 51 minutes.
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Uganda |
90 days |
Uganda has a population of over 40 million people. It is known for having 6.8% of the world's butterfly species, for being home to 11% of the world’s... |
- Swazis travelling to Uganda for a stay up to 90 days are not required to make any visa applications.
- Citizens are required to provide passports valid for the period of stay in the country.
- Children under the age of 5 are required to have a Polio vaccination certificate.
- A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from individuals visiting Uganda.
- There are no restrictions on exporting a moderate quantity of perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco and tobacco products, or either of them.
- Travellers must have enough money to cover the expenses of their stay.
- Travellers must provide return or onward tickets upon entry into Uganda.
- The import and export of local currency (Uganda Shilling-UGX) are prohibited, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies as long as declared upon arrival.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not earlier than 6 days before the date of arrival in Uganda.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- In Uganda, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Uganda is 4 hours, 17 minutes.
- Uganda uses East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Eswatini.
- The official languages are English and Swahili although, Luganda, a central language, is widely spoken across the country, and several other languages are also spoken including Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga, Luo and Lusoga.
- Road transportation is the most important way of transportation in Uganda. 95% of freight and passenger traffic is handled by road traffic
- Christians made up about 85 per cent of Uganda's population, with Muslims making up nearly 14%.
- Uganda has the tallest Mountain Range in Africa, the Rwenzori Mountains and is the Home of the Lake Victoria, the Source of Nile which is one of the seven natural wonders of Africa.
- Uganda is also home to over half of all Mountain Gorillas in the world 480 and 19 habituated gorilla groups to be visited.
- Tourist attractions in Uganda include national game parks, game reserves, traditional sites, and natural tropical forests.
- Game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda. Wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants are common in Uganda’s ten national parks.
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Togo |
90 days |
Togo is a country of 7 million people known for being one of the major slave trade centres in historic times, for its French colonial history, an... |
- Swazis travelling to Togo for a stay up to 90 days are not required to make any visa applications.
- Citizens are required to provide passports valid for the period of stay in the country.
- Children under the age of 5 are required to have a Polio vaccination certificate.
- A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from individuals visiting Uganda.
- There are no restrictions on exporting a moderate quantity of perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco and tobacco products, or either of them.
- Travellers must have enough money to cover the expenses of their stay.
- Travellers must provide return or onward tickets upon entry into Uganda.
- The import and export of local currency (Uganda Shilling-UGX) are prohibited, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies as long as it was declared upon arrival.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not earlier than 6 days before the date of arrival in Uganda.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departure from the airport.
- In Uganda, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Uganda is 4 hours, 17 minutes.
- Uganda uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Eswatini.
- The official languages are English and Swahili although, Luganda, a central language, is widely spoken across the country, and several other languages are also spoken including Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga, Luo and Lusoga.
- Road transportation is the most important way of transportation in Uganda. 95% of freight and passenger traffic is handled by road traffic.
- Christians made up about 85% of Uganda's population, with Muslims making up nearly 14%.
- Uganda has the tallest Mountain Range in Africa, the Rwenzori Mountains and is the Home of the Lake Victoria, the Source of Nile which is one of the seven natural wonders of Africa.
- Uganda is also home to over half of all Mountain Gorillas in the world 480 and 19 habituated gorilla groups to be visited.
- Tourist attractions in Uganda include national game parks, game reserves, traditional sites, and natural tropical forests.
- Game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda. Wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants are common in Uganda’s ten national parks.
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Ghana |
90 days |
Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay! |
- Swaziland passport holders can travel to Ghana without obtaining a visa for up to 90 days.
- Prospective visitors are required to present a passport valid for six months beyond the date of their arrival in Ghana. It is recommended that this passport has at least one blank page for entry stamp.
- Citizens of Swaziland with up to $10,000 or equivalent are to declare the amounts to Customs and fill the BOG Foreign Exchange Declaration Form (FXDF) at the port of entry or departure. Amounts exceeding USD 10,000 will be seized.
- Visitors to Ghana would need to present a certificate of yellow fever vaccination on arrival into Ghana.
- Travellers must have a return to Swaziland or onward ticket as well as proof of sufficient funds to cover their entire stay in Ghana.
- The import of arms and ammunition are restricted and can only be imported after issuance of a special permit by the Ministry of Interior.
- Citizens of Swaziland with pets (cats and dogs) must be accompanied by a veterinarian good health certificate issued in the Central African Republic and an Import Permit from the Veterinary Head Office in Accra, Ghana.
- Central African minors hoping to travel to Ghana must have a copy of their birth certificate as well as a signed travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Intending visitors can get to Ghana from any international airport in Swaziland. There is an international airport in Manzini.
- South African Airways is the main airline that flies from Swaziland to Ghana.
- The travel duration from the Central African Republic to Accra, Ghana is 9 hours, 35 minutes.
- Ghana has a tropical climate. In the southwest, it is hot and humid, while in the north, it is hot and dry.
- The best time to visit Ghana is usually during the dry season between November and March when the weather is the driest. There is little or no rain within those months.
- Getting around in Ghana is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes buses, taxis, minibuses, motorcycles and domestic flights.
- The official language is English, however, Akan remains the most spoken indigenous language.
- Special delicacies in Ghana include jollof rice, waakye, banku and tilapia, fufu and goat light soup, etc.
- Religion in Ghana consists majorly of Christianity, Islam and other indigenous religions. However, Christianity is the dominant faith.
- Ghana is a multilingual country with about 80 languages being spoken.
- Tourists in Ghana generally spend an average of $30 per day.
- In Ghana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Ghana uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Swaziland is two hours ahead of Ghana.
- The official currency in Ghana is the Ghanaian Cedi. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
- Tourists are advised to be cautious as they go about their tourism-related activities while in Ghana.30
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Sri Lanka |
30 days |
Sri Lanka is an island country home to 21 million people and the best tea. |
- Citizens of Swaziland must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization for visiting Sri-Lanka for tourism and is valid for a 30 day stay.
- To apply for an ETA,visitors are expected to fill an online form with their passport details.
- To apply for an ETA, a passport with at least 6 months validity before the departure date is required.
- After applying for the Sri-Lanka ETA visa, visitors would not need stamps on their passports because the ETA visa would be electronically linked to their passport.
- Visitors can extend their ETA by applying to the Department of Immigration and Emmigration.
- Visitors are expected to possess a return ticket or computer generated flight itinerary from a travel agency as well as proof of financial support.
- Visitors are required to carry proof of Yellow Fever vaccination.
- Tourists are to tender evidence of accommodation which could be in form of a reserved hotel booking or invitation letter from a host living in Sri-Lanka.
- Foreign currencies exceeding USD 15,000 or its equivalent must be declared on arrival.
- Visitors are required to declare valuable personal belongings upon arrival to ensure free export.
- Before bringing any pets into Sri Lanka, authorization must be obtained from the Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH).
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Sri Lanka is 8 hours 35 minutes.
- Sri Lanka adopts the use of the Indian Standard Time (GMT+ 5:30) which is why Sri Lanka is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Swaziland.
- The most popular way to get around Swaziland is to hire a car/taxi, take a tuk-tuk or use buses and trains.
- Christianity is the dominant religion in Swaziland.
- There are several languages spoken in Sri Lanka. However, Sinhala and Tamil are the official languages of Sri Lanka.
- Swaziland adopts the use of type M power plugs while operating on 230 V supply voltage and 50 Hz frequency.
- The official currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri- Lanka Rupee.
- The oldest living tree known to be planted by man is in Sri-Lanka.
- In 2016, The World Health Organisation declared the country to be malaria-free.
- Ravana Falls, Dambulla Cave Temple and Arugam Bay are places tourists should visit while in Sri Lanka.
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Hong Kong |
90 days |
Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular
landscapes and the best culinary delights. |
- For a period of 90 days, tourists from Swaziland can visit Hong Kong without a visa.
- Prospective visitors travelling to Hong Kong are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of their arrival in Hong Kong. The passport should have at least two blank pages.
- Citizens of Swaziland are also required to provide evidence that they have enough funds to cover their expenses while in Hong Kong. A valid onward or return ticket back to Swaziland is needed as well.
- Visitors to Hong Kong must provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Hong Kong. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in Hong Kong.
- Travellers with arms and ammunition require an import license or permit obtained before arrival into Hong Kong. Also, all lethal weapons and stunning devices are prohibited.
- Swaziland passport holders are to provide a certificate of yellow fever vaccination on arrival into Hong Kong.
- Tourists from Swaziland visiting with pets (dogs and cats) will be required to provide a Certificate of Health for the animal signed by an official Government Veterinarian in Swaziland, which is not more than 14 days before the date of departure from Swaziland.
- Intending visitors can get to Hong Kong from international airports in Swaziland. There is an international airport in Manzini.
- South African Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Air China are some of the carriers that constantly fly from Swaziland to Hong Kong.
- The estimated flight duration from Swaziland to Beijing, Hong Kong is 19 hours, 30 minutes.
- The Hong Kong dollar is the official currency used in Hong Kong. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- The climate in Hong Kong is subtropical. Hong Kong has four distinguishable seasons - a warm and humid spring, hot and rainy summer, pleasant and sunny autumn, and cool and dry winter.
- The religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism are some of the religions practised in Hong Kong.
- Chinese and English are the official languages of Hong Kong. However, most of the locals speak Cantonese, which is a dialect of Chinese.
- Some of the special delicacies found in Hong Kong are sweet and sour pork, wontons, roast gooses, wind sand chicken, shrimp and chicken balls, phoenix talons (chickens' feet), etc.
- Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong Standard Time (GMT+8), which puts Hong Kong six hours ahead of Swaziland.
- Visitors are advised to budget about $50 per daily spending in Hong Kong.
- The power and socket plug used in Hong Kong are of Type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Movement in Hong Kong is possible with buses, minibuses, taxis, car rentals and trains.
- Visitors in Hong Kong are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Israel |
90 days |
Israel is famous for its population of over 8 million people, stunning natural landscapes, and best cuisine. |
- Swaziland citizens can travel to Israel without obtaining a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
- They are required to possess passports with validity that exceeds the authorized stay as well as blank pages although passports are normally not stamped upon entry.
- However, airlines may decline board if a traveler has less than six months validity on his/ her passport.
- They must have onward or return tickets and enough money to cover the expenses of their stay in Israel.
- There are no certificates of vaccination required to enter Israel.
- Visitors are required to declare currencies up to 50,000 shekels or more when entering or exiting Israel by air and 12,000 shekels if entering or exiting by land.
- Cats, dogs and birds are allowed into the country only through Ben Gurion Airport provided owner presents a written statement of ownership and health certificate.
- Travelers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Israel uses the Israel Standard Time zone (GMT+2) which is why there is no time difference between Swaziland and Israel.
- The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Israel is 8 hours, 29 minutes.
- Temperatures in Israel vary widely, especially during the winter. Coastal areas, such as those of Tel Aviv and Haifa have a typical Mediterranean climate with cool, rainy winters and long, hot summers.
- Cell phone was developed in Israel.
- Israel was established as a homeland for the Jewish people and is often referred to as a Jewish state because it is considered to be the only country in the world where life revolves around the Hebrew lifestyle.
- Hebrew is Israel's official language. The other most commonly spoken languages in the country are Arabic, English and Russian.
- Work and school holidays are determined by the Jewish holiday and the official day of rest is Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath.
- The city of Jerusalem is of special importance to Jews, Muslims and Christians as it is the home of sites that are of importance to their religious beliefs.
- Israel has the highest number of museums per capita in the world.
- Beaches, archaeological, historical and biblical sites and unique geography are Israel’s main tourist attractions.
- The Israel Museum in Jerusalem is one of Israel's most important cultural sites and houses the Dead Sea Scrolls alongside the extensive collection of Judaica and European art.
- Hummus masabacha is the most common dish in Israeli's cuisine. It is a Levantine dish usually prepared from mashed chickpeas and other spices.
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