Do South African citizens need a visa for the Philippines?

What South Africa passport holders need to do

1. Check your passport validity. Many countries ask for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
2. Be ready to show a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and proof of funds at the border.
3. Leave before the permitted stay ends. Working or studying usually needs a different visa.

South Africa is one of 159 passports in the “visa-free” group for the Philippines. See the full Philippines visa requirements for every passport.

Other easy destinations in Asia for South Africa passport holders

The Philippines is one of 60 destinations in the “visa-free” group for the South Africa passport, which ranks #43 worldwide with a mobility score of 98. Of 50 destinations in Asia, 26 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

Destination	Requirement	Max stay
Georgia	Visa-free	360 days
Hong Kong	Visa-free	30 days
Israel	Visa-free	90 days
Macau	Visa-free	30 days
Malaysia	Visa-free	90 days
Palestine	Visa-free	–
Philippines	Visa-free	30 days
Singapore	Visa-free	30 days
Thailand	Visa-free	60 days
Armenia	Visa on arrival	–
Cambodia	Visa on arrival	–
Indonesia	Visa on arrival	–

All visa-free countries for the South Africa passport

Philippines visa requirements for other passports

• United States Visa-free
• United Kingdom Visa-free
• India Visa required
• Nigeria Visa required
• Pakistan Visa required
• Canada Visa-free
• Australia Visa-free
• China Visa required
• Germany Visa-free
• France Visa-free