South Africa flag
India flag

South African to India Visa Required

Visa requirements for South African passport holders traveling to India

Entry Requirements

Required Documents

  • Valid passport with 6+ months validity

    Passport must have a minimum validity of six months remaining from the date of application. Passport should have at least two blank pages for stamping by the Immigration Officer.

  • Passport photograph

    Get Instantly

    Passport-size photograph required as part of the eVisa application. Photo specifications typically follow standard international passport photo requirements.

  • Completed visa application form

    Complete the online eVisa application form through the official Indian government website. South African citizens can apply online and submit required documents as attachments.

  • Flight booking confirmation

    Get Instantly

    Proof of travel arrangements including return ticket or onward journey ticket. Foreigners must have return ticket or onward journey ticket with sufficient money to spend during stay in India.

  • Hotel confirmation letter

    Get Instantly

    Proof of accommodation in India, such as hotel booking confirmation or accommodation arrangement letter.

  • Bank statement

    Get Instantly

    Financial documents demonstrating sufficient funds to cover the stay in India. Proof of financial capability to support the visit.

  • Purpose of visit statement

    Get Instantly

    For tourism purposes, indicate tourism as the purpose of visit in the application form. eVisa is available for tourism and several other purposes including medical treatment, business, and conference attendance.

Check Your Visa Odds

Get personalized odds before applying

We'll create your account and send your results to this email

South African India

Takes 20 seconds • 100% free

Support