Passport & Visa Requirements

Hi Devan, please read my previous comment below where your question has already been answered. Happy Trails!

hi i am classed as south african came to england on my mothers southafrican passport when i was 7 been here since i am 19 now i applied for a southafrican passport and got one my question is can i go to tunisia and get a visa when i get there thanks devan

Hi Devan, it is possible to obtain your visa at the port of entry (you cannot get visas on the plane) however this depends on your nationality so best to make 100% sure. I recommend you contact the nearest Tunisian embassy for more information. Happy trails!

i live in england since i was 7 now 19 i have a southafrican passport do i need a visa to go to tunisia or can i get one on plane like everyone els thanks

Hello Manka, this depends on the passport you will be traveling on and not the country where you are staying. Best would be to contact the nearest Mozambique embassy for more assistance. Cheers!

Do zimbabweans staying in South Africa travelling to Mozambique require a visa? Kind Regards Manka

Hello Deris, please visit www.projectvisa.com for more information - we are not aware of visa requirements for business purposes as we only deal with holiday overland travel. Alternatively, you can contact your local Mali Embassy for more information. Happy Trails!

Hi, Would like to check whether Singaporeans need to apply visa when travelling to Congo/Matadi for business purpose. pls assist to advise. Thanks.

Hi Cindy, travelling through any African country as a local or not, a passport is always required. With visas, we don't deal with these - check out www.projectvisa.com for more information. It is possible to obtain your visa at the border however this depends on your nationality so best to make 100% sure. Happy trails!

I would like to know if traveling from South Africa to Namibia to Tanzania what are the exact Visa and Passport requirments as a South African are both Visa and passport needed or not for the above countries?

Hi Puneet, firstly this depends on country of the passport and where the work permit is for. Best would be to contact your nearest embassy for more assistance. Cheers!

A person got bussiness permit and his wife got vistor permit that expire in october and her pasport expired on after three month is she need six month validity

Hi Hilda, we don't deal with visas. Check out www.projectvisa.com for more information. It is possible to obtain your visa at the border, however this depends on your nationality so best to make 100% sure. Alternatively I recommend you contact the nearest Tanzanian embassy for more information. Happy trails!

Im a zimbabwean with a south african work permit i want to visit Tanzania for a week do i need a visa

Hello Fakhree, we don't deal with visas. Check out www.projectvisa.com for more information. It is possible to obtain your visa at the border, however this depends on your nationality so best to make 100% sure. I also recommend you contact the embassies of the countries you wish be traveling through for further assistance. Happy trails!

Hi I was interested in visiting Victoria Falls in Zambia with my family in May2012 I am going to Vic falls in Zambia and to Botswana for a holiday Option A MUM-JNB-LVI travel by road from Livingstone to Botswana as part of itinerary MUB-JNB-MUM Option B (The same itinerary in reverse) MUM-JNB-MUB travel by road from Botswana to Livingstone as part of itinerary LVI-JNB-MUM In either case whether i enter from Livingstone Airport or from Botswana by Road can i get a Visa for Zambia "On Arrival" ( Just as they issue to Indians on arrival in Kenya/Tanzania/Thailand) Pls confirm If not then should i apply for one here in India at the Zambian embassy in Delhi and how do i apply ? Thanks Fakhree Rajkotwala Pune 9890039940

Hi Mustapha, we only sell scheduled overland truck safaris. Your best bet would be to post questions on 4x4 forums and travel blogs for more assistance. Happy trails!

i am planing to travel to Swaziland by overland from Senegal.i need your directive.thanks.

Hello Megan, we sell scheduled overland truck safaris and general travel advice around your overland trip. We are not familiar with the laws and regulations of acquiring dual citizenship for any countries. Your best bet would be to contact the local Home Affairs office in South Africa or alternatively contact the local South African embassy in London for more assistance. Cheers!

I became a British citizen after applying for permission from the South African consulate to be allowed dual citizenship. All three of my children have been born in the UK but their births have been registered in the UK and South Africa. Do they also fall under the dual citizen agreement (i.e. they have to enter and leave SA with a SA passport) or can they enter using their British passports while my husband and I enter and leave using our South African passports? The reason I ask is that their SA passports have expired and I am loathed to spend money renewing them if they can travel on their British passports.

Hi Jason, according to our local home affairs office in Cape Town - you will not be able to visit South Africa in August with your South African passport if it expires in October. Your passport has to be valid for a minimum of 60-days to visit South Africa. It would appear that you would either have to travel to South Africa with your British passport and leave South Africa on that same passport or alternatively, contact the local South African embassy in London for more assistance on applying for a new passport. Good Luck!

I have am a South African citizen with dual SA/UK citizenship living in the UK and wish to return to SA for a holiday in August. My SA passport expires in October. Will I be allowed to enter SA and leave SA even though I only have a month or so left on my passport.

Hi John, I recommend you contact your closest local Kenyan Embassy for more assistance. Good Luck!

i urgently need a passport to travel across africa. am a kenyan citizen. am a long distance driver

Hello Anesu, we only sell scheduled overland truck safaris in Africa and general travel advice. I recommend your contact the local Australian embassy or the closest Australian embassy for more information. Good luck!!

im a zimbabwean currently in nigeria and want to travel to australia. can i apply for australia visa via their consulate in nigeria or must it be back home??? doubt if im at the right coloum for these question but guide help please.....

Hi Thandweyinkosi, we only sell scheduled overland truck safaris and travel advise regarding African overland tours. I recommend you contact the Netherlands consulate in South Africa for more information. Happy trails.

Hie i'm a Zimbabwean holding Zimbabwe passport but residing on work permit in South Africa .i'm planning to visit Netherland for 30 day to see friends i want to know do i need visa and where to apply in South Africa . Help thanks

Hi Harry, check out the following website which is great for advice regarding visas: www.projectvisa.com. It is possible to obtain your visas at the borders however this depends on your nationality so best to make 100% sure. I have replied to your email regarding visas. Cheers!

I'm doing the Nairobi, gorillas to Johannesburg. I hold a red UK passport. Which ports will we be using to cross into each country and on which dates? Also, is it advisable to get the visas before we leave or at the boarder crossing? Thanks very much.

Hi Nisha, your best bet would be to contact the embassy direct for more information. You can also check out www.projectvisa.com for the most updated information regarding visas.

hi i am an indian holding indian passport but residing on work permit in ,london,uk from 3years i am planing to visit south africa for 20days to see friends i just want to knw do i need visa and where can i apply for ot wht documents needed for it.plz let me knw

Hello Devan, there are quite a few countries where you are able to travel with a South Africa passport without needing a visa. Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi and Kenya are just some examples, check out www.projectvisa.com for more information on which countries you can travel to without a visa. Happy trails!

i live in uk i have done since i was 7 i am now 19 i have just received my southafrican passport were can i travel too without a visa

Hello Eve,Project visa is a site that the majority of tour companies use as this is the most up to date website we have available regarding information on visas etc. I recommend you can either then Google the relevant embassies that you are looking for and and contact them direct that way regarding the process in obtaining your visa. Or alternative, you can visit your local travel agent who may better be able to assist you with visas for the countries that you need. Good Luck!

It would really be helpful if you can provide reliable email addresses for each country so we can make inquiries about visas. Believe me, some of the email addresses in projectvisa are returned, and even email addresses of government ministries, embassies are bounced. The information needed is not simply whether a country needs visa or not. What is important is where do you apply for visas, where can you obtain downloadable forms, what are the requirements. So being able to communicate to these countries is necessary. Even So. Africa has no reliable email address for visa inquiries. Rwanda is a good model for hassle-free online visa application. The only reason I may not be able to join my preferred trip is the hassles of obtaining visas.

Hi Deborah, It is possible to obtain your visas at the border, however this depends on your nationality so best to make 100% sure. Alternatively you may need to apply for your visa prior to your arrival. Check out www.projectvisa.com for more information on which visas you need for the countries that you will be visiting and if you can get it on arrival or if you need to apply for it before hand with the embassies direct. With regards to vaccinations, you will certainly need the yellow fever vaccinations should you visit Nigeria. As we are not medically trained, I recommend you contact your GP or local travel clinic for up to date information on what vaccinations you will need for the countries that you will be visiting. Happy trails!

want to visit africa, I know I will be going to Nigeria and perhaps egypt. can you tell the process of getting a visa and vaccinations required if i want to travel next year?

Hi Brad, it is possible to obtain your visa at most of the countries en route however this depends on your nationality, so best to make sure. I have sent you an email with more information. Happy trails!

Hello, I am an Australian Citizen currently travelling abroad. I am curently in Bali Indonesia for a further 6 weeks and then I travel to Thailand for 28 days. I have now changed my travel plans and wish to go on a safari in Africa. So far I am most interested in your Nairobi to Johannesburg in 4 weeks trip, departing Feb 12 2012. I mention that I am currently travelling so you are aware that I can not simply go to the consulates in Australia or send my passport off to each consulate as I am not sure how long the process will take and where they can send my visa back to. I also may need my visa to leave the country. The problem I am having at the moment is obtaining information about visa's. Kenya - I can obtain while in Thailand Tanzania - I believe I am able to get at point of entry, but I get conflicting reports. Zambia - I can't find any information about their visas Zimbabwe - $30 US at poiint of entry Botswana - I believe I can get Visa at point of entry South Africa - I believe I can obtain at point of entry. Can you confirm that the above is correct. I realise this is my responcibility to obtain my own visa's but as this is what you do for a living I am sure you can point me in the right direction. Can you also confirm that there is still spaces on the trip I am looking to do? Thank you for your assistance. Brad James

Hi Mr Ojo. Your best bet would be to find an embassy close to you where you can apply for a visa - this may mean apply for your visa in another country! Good luck

Good Day sir.i am Nigeria love to visit Swaziland and no embassy here for visa granted please what do i do . Thanks Mr OJo

Hi Naomi. It is possible to obtain your visas at the border, however this depends on your nationality so best to make 100% sure. Check out www.projectvisa.com for more information on which visas you need for the countries that you will be visiting. Happy trails!

As an Australian visiting Uganda for a week, do I need to obtain a visa beforehand? Do I need a supply of photos for visas for my visits to South Africa, Uganda, Kenya and Zimbabwe for a month total?

Dear Sir / Mam, I am planning a trip on motor cycle from Egypt through Sudan to Ethiopia. Currently I have managed to obtain all paperwork for my trip for Ethiopia and Egypt. Having a lot of problems at this point obtaining the paperwork for Sudan. Ca you help arranging all relevant documentation for Sudan? Currently my trip plan is planned as set out below: From Egypt to Sudan                 -Crossing Lake Nubia to Wadi Halfa(Sudan) Sudan                 -Wadi Halfa to Khartoum                 -Khartoum to Doka From Sudan to Ethiopia                 -Doka - Metema(border town Ethiopie) Hope you can save my trip by aiding me with the correct documentation for Sudan. Kind regards Albert Claassen

Hi Patricia, Your best bet would be to contact the local embassy in your home country as they will be able to give you more information regarding what you will need for immunizations. Or you can check it out with the World Health Organization (www.who.int/en/) for the most up to date information. Good Luck!

I would like to know what immunizations are needed for travel to Togo, Ghana, and Benin, please.

Hi Andreas, I have emailed you some more information so keep an eye out on your inbox! Cheers :)

Hi. I will be graduating from high school in a little more then a year. I have decided to spend a year in Africa before I continue my training to be a polar guide/mountaineer. I am really excited about your 40 week trans Africa expedition adventure. I just have some questions for now. Is the flight to Spain included and how will I know where to meet up with the truck ? It says in the inteniary that we will stop several times over the year to sort out visas etc, but will you get and organise the visas for me or will I need to get them myself beforehand ? If so, which ones? I am from Sweden. All the excursions and exciting things I will be able to pay to do along the way, will I get told when they are available depending where we are? And if there is 4 things I can do at one place, will there be enough days/hours to take part in them all ? What will happen after Kairo? Is there a chance that we will not be able to go through Egypt, considering the circumstances at the moment ? What kind of equipment/ facilities will the truck have? Is there a way to charge my camera etc ? If I want to take part in nearly all the extra excursions and fun things you can do, is there a way for me to get access to my money when I need without having to carry $6000 on me ?

Hi Lavacres. There is not really a bad time to come to Africa as it is still beautiful throughout the year. However our busy season is from May through to around October. Check out our weather page on our website that gives you more information on weather in different countries. Happy trails!

I would like to visit some part of Africa soon and would like to know the best time for good weather,and where to get more infor mation or on line .thank you

Hi Kristy. I suggest you contact your nearest Angolan Embassy for advice. Happy Travels!

Do i nned visa to travel to Angola while i have a Botswana passport?

Hi Estelle, I guess you are talking about someone whose visa has expired? Depending on the country I guess it is possible, but as far as I am aware they normally just fine you if it is a first offence.... Most countries require you to apply for a extension of the original visa at least 14 days before expiry. Cheers.

Can you please inform me if they can lock a person up in jail if his date of departure was 4 days late ??????

Hi Nancy, As far as I’m aware you can obtain all your visas at the borders. However please be aware that visa restriction changes all the time and a moment’s notice and therefore it would be best to contact your closest embassy to inquire about the latest entry requirements for US citizens. Cheers

Hello, I am a USA born citizen. I will be flying into Johanesburg South Africa (February 2011) and staying for 1-2 weeks then I will drive overland to Zambia via Zimbabwe. Can I pay for my Visas at the border of each country? I will then fly from Zambia(Lusaka) to South Africa..stay a few days and fly back to the USA. Thank You for any advice

Hi Rob, I suggest contacting your closest Guinea Embassy or consulate for information on visas and any other restrictions before you travel. Cheers

I'm traveling to Guinea Africa the second week of January 2011. I will be in the country for 4-5 days on business. Do I need to have a visa and how do I go about getting one? I just recieved my passport one week ago. I've never been out of the U.S. before so I'm ignorrant on what all I need. Thanks.

Hi Tonderai, As far as I know you do not require a visa to enter Swaziland as a Zimbabwean. However I suggest you contact the Swaziland Consulate as per the telephone number above and confirm the requirements.Cheers

Does a zimbabwean nationality need a visa to enter Swaziland

i'm going to book your tour "Roof of Africa" 14 Feb./06March TUNIS/CAIRO What about the visa for LIBYA???: do you take care of it("group visa" for exemple)? OR do i have to get it myself here in FRANCE where i live? and in that case :HOW? Thanks for your infos Paul GUILLOT

Hi Kirstan, It depends on the passport you are travelling on. Drop us a email with your passport nationality and we can let you know. Cheers,

I will be going on the gorillias and beaches tour and was wondering how many visa's I can get at the borders and how many I will need to get in advance?

Hi Smita, You will need to contact your closest South Africa embassy or consulate for information and application. India is one of the few countries that require a visa in advance for travel to South Africa. Cheers,

HI I am planning to go to South Africa in NOV end for a week's time.My husband works in South Africa and need to visit him I hold an Indian passport and currently working in USA Califronia on L1 B visa. I want to know which Visa would be valid for me to travel to South Africa from USA Sunnyvale city California. How will I get more details and process to File a South African Tourist/Visitor's Visa. Thanks and regards Smita Scindia

Hi Jerome, As far as i am aware you can obtain a visa at the border however i suggest you contact your closest Swaziland Consulate to double check this.Cheers

I am the holder of a Jamaican passport and will be visiting South Africa next week. Do I need a visa to go to Swaziland and if so can I get one there?

Hi Janet,You can obtain your visa at the border. However you should also check this with a representative of Zimbabwe in your country of residence just to make double sure. Cheers Dayne

Hi I have a US pssport and I am looking at Bob's Best of Zimbabwe for June 16. Do I need to apply for visas now? Thank you, Janet

Hi Janet, It really depends on the passport you are carrying. Most nationalities can get most visa's on arrival. Let us know what nationality you are and we can help you with more info. Cheers.

Hi, I am considering the Central Africa Loop trip, but can you suggest a way to facilitate obtaining the many visas? It looks like I need to get them ahead of time, but the letters below indicate I obtain them as I go. Thank you, Janet

Hi Victoria, You wont require any visas prior to departure and can obtain all of them on the border. This is the current information but you will have to check again closer to time of travel for any new requirements they might have. You will be required to pay for your own dinner in all major cities and you would also need an average of 20 USD per day for spending on water, snacks etc. This is only an estimate and depends on your personal needs and what you require.Cheers Dayne

Hey, i've been looking at your western trans africa expedition and I noticed throughout the itinerary it mentioned stopping to get visa's and i was wondering if all the visas needed for countries along that tour are able to be received upon entry or if there are any that would need to be applied for before (i am a canadian citizen), also besides the tour price, local payment and any if the activities along the way that you can choose to do, approximatly how many other exspenses are there, sorry for all the questions im jus trying to see if i would be able to save enough for this tour :) thanks

Hi Peter, Our awesome travel consultants are emailing you right now. Cheers.

Hi, I am interested in the tour "Vic falls and Indian Ocean Highlights" starting on the 25th of April (14 days). Please give me some information. Also: Visa for Zimbabwe and Mozambique? I am Austrian (European Union). And: How to come from Johannesburg to the Vic falls (Zimbabwe side, where the tour starts). Thank you, Peter.

Hey Jay, Not a good idea to get any of these visa's in advance. As you say they will have expired before you get there. :) UK passport holders are some of the more fortunate ones as they can get most visa's at the border on arrival in pretty much all of Africa. On the Trans trips you might be required to get a Morocco or Mauritania visa in advance and the rest we get as you go along. Most meals are included in the price. Send us an enquiry with the name of the trip you are looking at and we can send you all the pre-departure info which will answer most of your questions. :)

Hi, I am thinking of doing one of your longer trips (6-9months), and was wondering what have you'd recommend regarding visas for British Citizens. I suppose my main concern is that on the longer trips if I were to apply for visas in London before I left they would expire by the time that we got to those countries... (I'm thinking Tanzania for example on the 9month tour). Also, is food included in the price of these longer tours, or is it an extra? Thanks, your feedback would be very much appreciated! Jay Trivedi