South Africa visa from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (dha.gov.za source)
Do you need a visa for South Africa from Algeria?
Yes, but good news: Algeria is now eligible for the South African e-Visa. For tourism and business, everything is 100% online at ehome.dha.gov.za (Department of Home Affairs) — OuiVisa can handle this. Proof of onward travel and funds are required. Medical treatment and long studies go through a separate visa (via VFS Global / South African mission).
Official source: dha.gov.za
At a glance
- Main type
- e-Visa (tourism / business)
- Algeria
- e-Visa eligible
- System
- 100% online (ehome.dha.gov.za)
- OuiVisa processing
- Online (Track B)
- Onward travel
- Proof required
- Yellow fever
- Not required (direct travel)
- Medical / long study
- Separate visa (VFS / mission)
- Passport
- valid 30 days beyond stay
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents (e-Visa)
- Passport (valid 30 days beyond stay, 2 blank pages)
- Online e-Visa form (ehome.dha.gov.za) + scanned passport page
- Digital photo
- Proof of accommodation + itinerary
- Round-trip flight booking (proof of onward travel)
- Proof of funds for the stay
- Yellow-fever certificate only if transiting/arriving from a risk country (not Algeria)
How to apply, step by step
- 1Check your e-Visa eligibility
Algeria is now on the e-Visa list (ehome.dha.gov.za).
- 2Complete the e-Visa form online
Scanned passport + photo + accommodation + round-trip flight.
- 3Pay the fee online
On the official Department of Home Affairs portal.
- 4Receive your e-Visa by email
An authorisation to print and present on entry.
- 5Travel
Proof of funds and onward travel to hand.
By purpose of travel
South Africa tourist e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit South Africa as a tourist from Algeria?
For tourism, Algerians do an e-Visa — 100% online at ehome.dha.gov.za (Algeria is now eligible). You need a valid passport, proof of onward travel (round-trip flight) and funds. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Hotel reservation / itinerary (Cape Town, Johannesburg…)
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
How long can I stay?
Per the duration granted on the e-Visa (often up to 90 days for tourism).
South Africa business e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a business trip to South Africa from Algeria?
For meetings, trade shows or permissible business activities, Algerians do an e-Visa for business — 100% online, no paid work. A letter from the South African host company helps the file. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Letter from the South African host company
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
Can I work on the e-Visa?
No. It covers business-visitor activities (meetings, trade shows), not paid work — which needs a work visa (outside scope).
South Africa family visit e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit a relative in South Africa from Algeria?
To visit family or friends, the e-Visa (visit purpose) works — 100% online. Give the host's address and provide proof of onward travel and funds. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Host's address in South Africa
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a formal invitation?
The host's address generally suffices for the e-Visa; an invitation letter can strengthen the file.
South Africa medical treatment visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for medical treatment in South Africa from Algeria?
For treatment in South Africa, you generally need a separate medical visa (not the e-Visa), with a letter from the South African hospital (appointment + estimate) and proof of funds. Application via VFS Global / the South African mission. A OuiVisa partner agency prepares this file.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Letter from the South African hospital (appointment + estimate)
- Medical records + letter from your doctor in Algeria
- Proof of funds covering care and stay
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
Can I use an e-Visa for treatment?
The e-Visa covers tourism/business; for medical treatment a separate medical visa is required (via VFS / mission).
What medical documents?
A letter from the South African hospital (appointment + estimate) and your medical records.
Short study in South Africa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a short course in South Africa from Algeria?
For a short course (under 3 months), an e-Visa (visit) may suffice — 100% online. Note: a formal program over 3 months needs a separate study visa (via VFS Global) — see the long-stay study page.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Enrolment / course letter (short)
- Round-trip flight (proof of onward travel)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a study visa?
No for a short course (< 3 months): the visit e-Visa may suffice. A long program needs a separate study visa (VFS).
Transit in South Africa from Algeria
Do you need a transit visa for South Africa?
An airside transit (without clearing South African immigration, staying in the international zone) generally needs no visa. However, to leave the airport or enter South Africa, an e-Visa applies — Algeria being now eligible (100% online). Check per your connection.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Valid passport
- Onward ticket (connecting flight)
- Visa of the final destination (if required)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a visa to transit through South Africa?
Not for an airside transit (international zone). As soon as you enter, an e-Visa is required (Algeria is eligible).
Fees (e-Visa)
| e-Visa (tourism / business) | ≈ $25 (DHA government fee) |
| Online bank charges | varies |
| Travel insurance (recommended) | per insurer |
Official fees: the South African e-Visa government fee is about $25 (Department of Home Affairs) — confirm on ehome.dha.gov.za (the only official portal). ⚠️ Algeria is now on the list of e-Visa-eligible nationalities (20-country expansion). The e-Visa (tourism / business) is 100% online. Medical treatment and long studies go through a separate visa (VFS Global / South African mission). Passport valid 30 days beyond stay + proof of onward travel. Confirm on dha.gov.za.
Frequently asked questions
Is Algeria eligible for the South African e-Visa?
Yes: Algeria has been added to the list of e-Visa-eligible nationalities (20-country expansion). For tourism and permissible business activities, everything is online at ehome.dha.gov.za. OuiVisa can handle this online.
Where do I apply for the e-Visa?
On ehome.dha.gov.za, the official Department of Home Affairs portal. Beware of copycat sites.
Is proof of onward travel required?
Yes, a round-trip (or onward) flight booking, in addition to accommodation and proof of funds.
Do I need a yellow-fever vaccine?
Only if you arrive from or transit a yellow-fever risk country. Algeria is not a risk country: direct travel needs no certificate.
What about medical / long studies?
These are separate visas (medical visa / study visa) processed via VFS Global or the South African mission.
Is visa approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Department of Home Affairs' discretion; OuiVisa (or a partner agency) prepares and submits the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
Ready to do your South Africa e-Visa online?
OuiVisa fills the official South African portal and submits your e-Visa (tourism / business) — eligibility check before payment.
Start my e-Visa onlineVisa application assistance — short and long stay, including study. OuiVisa does not provide immigration advice, residency, family reunification, work-permit or settlement services; for these we refer you to a licensed adviser. Visa issuance is at the competent authority's discretion; approval is not guaranteed.
