Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
The official US State Department page for South Africa is currently unavailable; you will need to check directly with the South African embassy or consulate.
Add your travel date and we'll tell you exactly how much to panic, based on typical processing times.
Check the official source for current processing times.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Antimalarials recommended for Kruger and low-veld areas.
Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.
Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.
The US State Department website link provided for South Africa resulted in a 'Page Not Found' error. This means that current, official U.S. government guidance on tourist visa requirements for South Africa is not accessible through this source. US citizens need to verify requirements directly with South African authorities.
For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Regular US passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism |
| Visa required | Check official source |
| Maximum stay | Not available from this source, verify on the official source |
| Passport validity | Not available from this source, verify on the official source |
| Return/onward ticket | Not available from this source, verify on the official source |
| Arrival form | Not available from this source, verify on the official source |
| Last checked | 28 June 2026 |
No visa is required for US citizens visiting Morocco for tourism for stays under 90 days.
Read the dossierUS citizens need a visa to enter Egypt, which can be obtained upon arrival, or as an eVisa online.
Read the dossierNo visa is required for US citizens visiting Tunisia for tourism for stays of 90 days or less.
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