Do I Need a Visa for Johannesburg, South Africa from India?
For Indian passport holders · Updated March 2026
Visa Details
Indian passport holders can obtain an eVisa for entry into South Africa. It's important to note that e-Visa holders must arrive via O. R. Tambo International Airport. The e-Visa system isn't fully implemented, and application at the embassy is required in European countries. For transit: no visa needed if staying airside, and transit visas are FREE for Indians if required.
Transit Through South Africa
No transit visa needed for Indians transiting through South Africa.
Must stay in the airport transit area.
- •Must stay in international transit area
- •Confirmed onward ticket to third country
- •Documents required for next destination
- •24 hours for air transit, 48 hours for land transit
Good news: Indian nationals are EXEMPT from paying South Africa Transit Visa fees (visa is FREE). No transit visa needed if staying airside at Cape Town (CPT), Durban (DUR), Johannesburg (JNB), or Lanseria (HLA) airports. If leaving airport or using land ports, a port of entry visa may be required.
Official Sources
Quick Summary
- Visa Status
- 💻eVisa
- Transit
- Transit possible without visa
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Full South Africa Visa Info
This page shows visa requirements for visiting Johannesburg. For complete South Africa visa details including transit rules and all conditions, see the country page.
South Africa visa requirements