South Africa Visa and Travel News
South Africa will soon roll out its electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system. While designed primarily for travelers who are required to obtain a visa, it may eventually also be available to foreign nationals who are visa-exempt, though without being mandatory.
South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs, Leon Schreiber, on Thursday unveiled the country’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, along with the first illustrations of the online platform. Designed to simplify entry procedures into South Africa, the system will go live in mid-October for G20 participants.
On Thursday, September 18, 2025, South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber will unveil the new ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) system at the Tourism Business Council’s annual conference. This ETA is designed to digitize entry procedures and automate checks through artificial intelligence technologies.
Starting in September 2025, South Africa will launch an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to digitize the issuance of tourist visas. For now, this measure will not apply to visa-exempt travelers, but questions are already being raised about its future extension.
South Africa will launch its new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system in September 2025, aimed at short-term tourists. This AI-based system is designed to eliminate border queues, fraud, and administrative burdens.
Travelers to South Africa will soon need to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before entering the country.
