Overview of the South Africa Transit Visa

Purpose icon

Purpose

To transit through South Africa

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Visa Validity

90 Days

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Maximum Stay

Up to 90 days

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Processing Time

Minimum, 5 working days

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Visa Fee (BDT)

Gratis

Note

*You can pay your visa fees in cash. Visa fees are non-refundable and subject to change*.

Multiple Entry

Eligibility for South Africa Transit Visa

Bangladeshi Citizens icon

Bangladeshi Citizens

Must be a Bangladeshi citizen holding a valid passport (with at least 1 month validity beyond the intended departure).

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Onward Travel Documents

Must provide a confirmed flight ticket and a valid visa copy for the onward destination country.

South Africa Transit Visa Application Process for Bangladeshi Citizens: Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type icon

Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type

  • Visit the South Africa Visa Application Center (VAC) website in India.

  • Select Transit as your tourist visa category.

Step 2: Complete the Application Form icon

Step 2: Complete the Application Form

  • Download and complete the visa application form with accurate information.

  • Print and sign the form.

Step 3: Prepare Documents icon

Step 3: Prepare Documents

  • Collect all required documents.

  • Translate and notarize documents where necessary.

  • Review everything before submission.

Step 4: Submit Documents icon

Step 4: Submit Documents

  • Submit your application to the South Africa VAC in India.

  • Submission can be done in person or through an authorized representative.

  • No appointment or biometrics are required.

Step 5: Pay Visa Fees icon

Step 5: Pay Visa Fees

  • Pay the visa fee at the VAC (cash payment) for your Transit visa.

Step 6: Visa Decision icon

Step 6: Visa Decision

  • Wait for the embassy to process your application.

Step 7: Passport Collection icon

Step 7: Passport Collection

  • Collect your passport from the South Africa VAC in New Delhi after notification.

  • An authorized representative may collect it on your behalf.

Required Documents for South Africa Transit Visa

There are no requirements.

Note

The embassy may ask for additional documents (if required)

Tips for a Successful South Africa Transit Visa

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Provide Valid Onward Travel Documents

Submit a confirmed flight ticket and a valid visa copy for your onward destination, as these are essential for visa approval.

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Clarify Your Transit Purpose

Clearly justify your transit intent and confirm that you will leave South Africa within the permitted time.

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Submit Authentic Documents

Provide only genuine and accurate documents to avoid rejection or legal consequences.

Why Choose VISAThing for South Africa Transit Visa?

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We offer logistics support, so you don’t need to go to India by yourself.

We thoroughly complete, verify, and recheck your documents according to the embassy’s requirements. icon

We thoroughly complete, verify, and recheck your documents according to the embassy’s requirements.

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We ensure the secure delivery of passports and documents to India.

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We help you reduce costs, save time, and increase your chances of getting a South Africa Transit Visa. icon

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FAQ for South Africa Transit Visa Visa

As a Bangladeshi citizen, what are the criteria to apply for a South Africa transit visa?

Please go through our Eligibility for South Africa Transit Visa section, where we have mentioned all the criteria.