Travel Advice for South Africa

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

Removal of information about flight disruptions ('Warnings and insurance' page). read more

New information about temporary safety measures following severe storm (‘Warnings and insurance’ page). read more

New information around travel disruption at land border crossings ('Entry requirements' 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

New information on volcanoes (See ‘Extreme weather and natural disasters’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page’). read more

New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page). read more

Addition of information that the military regime will be holding elections throughout January 2026 (‘Safety and security’ page). read more

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

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