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South Africa Turkey passport holders can enter South Africa without a visa for up to 30 days.
No visa needed
- Entry requirement
- Visa-free
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Apply before travel
- No
- Last updated
- February 2026
What Turkey passport holders need to do
- Check your passport validity. Many countries ask for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
- Be ready to show a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and proof of funds at the border.
- Leave before the permitted stay ends. Working or studying usually needs a different visa.
Turkey is one of 86 passports in the “visa-free” group for South Africa. See the full South Africa visa requirements for every passport.
Other easy destinations in Africa for Turkey passport holders
South Africa is one of 69 destinations in the “visa-free” group for the Turkey passport, which ranks #36 worldwide with a mobility score of 115. Of 54 destinations in Africa, 34 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.
| Destination | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|---|---|
 Angola | Visa-free | 30 days |
 Botswana | Visa-free | 90 days |
 Equatorial Guinea | Visa-free | 90 days |
 Eswatini | Visa-free | 30 days |
 Gambia | Visa-free | 90 days |
 Mauritius | Visa-free | 90 days |
 Morocco | Visa-free | 90 days |
 Sao Tome and Principe | Visa-free | 15 days |
 Seychelles | Visa-free | 90 days |
| South Africa | Visa-free | 30 days |
 Tunisia | Visa-free | 90 days |
 Burkina Faso | Visa on arrival | – |
Frequently asked questions
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Turkey passport holders can enter South Africa without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Turkey passport holders stay in South Africa?
Up to 30 days without a visa.
Do South Africa citizens need a visa for Turkey?
South Africa passport holders need a visa for Turkey, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
South Africa visa requirements for other passports
Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of South Africa before you book.