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    South Africa Tourist Visa from Bangladesh

    Short Term Visa for holidays, sightseeing, cruising, and other leisure travel in South Africa.

    Last Updated: 30 August 2026

    The South Africa Tourist Visa is a Short Term Visitor’s Visa for Bangladeshi nationals and eligible residents travelling for holidays, sightseeing, cruising, or other leisure activities. VFS Global lists tourism within its “Holiday / Visiting Family-Friends / Sports Events” category; this page is limited to the Holiday/Tourism requirements. It is generally used for temporary visits of up to 90 days and does not cover employment or other purposes requiring a different visa category.

    Applications from Bangladesh are handled by the South African High Commission in New Delhi and must be submitted through VFS Global New Delhi. A prior VFS appointment is currently not required. A well-prepared tourist file should present a consistent travel plan, accommodation, funding, leave or occupation evidence, and return arrangements. 

    Document Checklist

    1. Passport (Original): Original passport valid for at least 30 days after the intended date of departure from South Africa, with at least two unused/blank visa pages. Submit the current passport together with the required copies.
    2. Previous Passport(s) & Travel History: Full clear copies of previous passports, including relevant visa and immigration pages, where available. Travel history should be disclosed consistently with the application and supporting records.
    3. Photograph (South Africa Visa Format): Provide 2 recent colour passport photographs, 35mm x 45mm, taken within the last 30 days against a plain white background and meeting the current South Africa VFS photo specifications.
    4. DHA-84 Visa Application Form: Fully completed Form 11 (DHA-84) in black ink and block letters, signed by the applicant with a signature matching the passport.
    5. Cover Letter: Applicant’s signed letter explaining the tourism purpose, intended travel dates, itinerary, accommodation and funding arrangements. It should clearly state who will bear the travel expenses and include the applicant’s physical address and contact details.
    6. Proof of Occupation: Documents confirming current professional, study, family, business, or property ties to the country of residence. For employed applicants, this commonly includes 3 recent payslips and an employer letter confirming leave and return to work.
    7. NOC / Leave Letter: Letter from the employer, school or university confirming approved leave, the applicant’s name and passport number, intended travel period, organisation address and contact details, and authorised signatory information.
    8. Personal Bank Statements & Solvency Certificate: Original bank statements (personal and/or salary account) for the last 6 months, issued by the bank and showing the bank name and contact details. Statements must be stamped and signed by an authorized bank officer (e-statements not accepted), and accompanied by a bank solvency/financial standing certificate where required.
    9. Day-to-Day Travel Itinerary: A clear itinerary covering the intended stay in South Africa, including planned destinations, activities and travel dates consistent with the flight and accommodation arrangements.
    10. Flight Reservation: Valid flight ticket or provisional reservation showing the intended travel dates and consistent with the application. Applicants should avoid purchasing non-refundable travel tickets before a visa decision.
    11. Hotel Reservation / Accommodation Booking: Verifiable hotel booking covering the intended stay and showing the applicant’s details, stay dates, hotel address and contact information. The booking should remain consistent with the day-to-day itinerary and flight reservation.
    12. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (where applicable): Required if the applicant will travel through or stay in a yellow-fever-risk area before entering South Africa. Check the current South African yellow fever policy against the planned itinerary.
    13. Proof of Legal Residence in Bangladesh (where applicable): Applicants who are not Bangladeshi nationals should provide evidence of lawful residence in Bangladesh.
    14. Civil Status Documents: Marriage certificate, divorce certificate, death certificate, birth certificate, or family-related documents where applicable, especially when travelling with spouse or children.
    15. Minor Applicant Documents (where applicable): For applicants under 18, provide the required birth, parental consent form, parent/legal guardian identification, custody or guardianship documents, and other supporting records required under the current minor-travel rules. 

    Process Roadmap

    Step 1

    Confirm the Tourism Purpose

    Confirm that the visit is for holidays, sightseeing, cruising and leisure travel. Visits primarily to family or friends should follow the separate Family Visit requirements.

    Step 2

    Complete DHA-84 Consistently

    Complete Form 11 (DHA-84) carefully and make sure the stated purpose, travel dates, funding and accommodation match the supporting documents.

    Step 3

    Build a Credible Travel Plan

    Prepare the verifiable hotel booking, day-to-day itinerary and flight reservation so the proposed trip presents one clear and practical tourism plan.

    Step 4

    Prepare Funds & Return-Tie Evidence

    Arrange the required bank statements together with occupation and leave records, and clearly document any third-party funding where applicable.

    Step 5

    Prepare for New Delhi Submission

    Bangladeshi applicants must submit through VFS Global New Delhi under the jurisdiction of the South African High Commission in New Delhi.

    Step 6

    Lodge the Application & Pay Fees

    A prior appointment is currently not required. Submit the complete application at VFS New Delhi and pay the applicable visa and VFS charges.

    Step 7

    Track & Review Before Travel

    Follow available VFS updates and, after passport return, check the visa validity, number of entries and authorised stay before travelling.

    Common Rejection Pitfalls

    Travel plan is vague or inconsistent

    How UnivEase helps

    We help align the itinerary, hotel booking and flight dates so the tourism plan is clear and verifiable.

    Funds do not support the proposed trip

    How UnivEase helps

    We help clarify the financial evidence and cost responsibility needed to support the planned stay.

    Leave or return ties are unclear

    How UnivEase helps

    We help organise occupation, NOC and supporting records that explain the applicant’s temporary absence and intended return.

    The purpose does not match tourism

    How UnivEase helps

    We help distinguish a holiday application from family visit, business, work or other categories before submission.

    VFS & Embassy

    Embassy

    South African High Commission, New Delhi
    Address: B-18 Vasant Marg, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India.
    Telephone: +91-11-2614 9411-14
    Immigration Queries: Infoza.india@vfshelpline.com
    Website: Click Here
    Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 08:30-17:00; Friday, 08:30-14:15.
    Consular & Immigration Section: Monday to Friday, 08:30-12:30. 

    Visa Application Centre

    South Africa Visa Application Centre, New Delhi
    Address: Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Mezzanine Level, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001, India.
    Helpline: 02267866066 (Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00)
    Website: Click Here
    Submission Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-16:00. 

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Plan your South Africa Tourist Visa around a clear and credible travel file.

    Get practical guidance on DHA-84, itinerary, accommodation, funds, required documents, fees, VFS New Delhi submission and passport-return steps before you apply.

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