Travel Advice for South Africa

Update to reflect 30-day nationwide siege. Likely restrictions and disruptions ('Warnings and insurance' page). read more

There is a heightened risk of regional tension. Escalation could lead to travel disruption and other unanticipated impacts (‘Warnings and insurance’ page). read more

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with minor edits made throughout. read more

Information on severe weather warnings for Malta on 19 and 20 January (Warnings and Insurance) read more

Updated information about regional airport operations (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages). read more

There is a heightened risk of regional tension. Escalation could lead to travel disruption and other unanticipated impacts (‘Warnings and insurance’ page). read more

New information about visa requirements when visiting Malawi (‘Entry requirements’ page). read more

New information on the political situation in Guinea (‘Safety and security’ page). read more

New information on illegal drugs and prison sentences ('Safety and security' page). read more

Updated with information about the risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page’). read more