South Africa Visa RequirementsFor Brazil passport holders
Brazilian citizens can visit South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days. South Africa is the most accessible sub-Saharan African destination for Brazilians, offering Cape Town's Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula, the Kruger National Park Big Five safari, the Garden Route, the Drakensberg Mountains, and the vibrant cities of Johannesburg and Durban.
Great news! Brazil passport holders can enter South Africa without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required for Brazilian citizens for stays up to 90 days. Present your Brazilian passport at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg or Cape Town International (CPT). South Africa uses the South African Rand (ZAR). Immigration may request yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a yellow fever zone (Brazil is considered a risk country , carry your yellow fever certificate).
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Brazil to South Africa: What You Need to Know
Brazil and South Africa have a bilateral visa-free agreement reflecting their close BRICS partnership and significant bilateral trade. Both are major emerging market economies with historical similarities including racial diversity, inequality challenges, and Portuguese/Dutch-influenced coastal histories. LATAM and South African Airways have operated routes between São Paulo (GRU) and Johannesburg (JNB); connections also route via São Paulo-London-Johannesburg or via Dubai.
Practical Tips
Yellow fever vaccination is required if entering South Africa from Brazil (Brazil is on South Africa's list of yellow fever risk countries). Carry your International Certificate of Vaccination. Kruger National Park is best self-driven in a rental car (private reserves like Sabi Sands offer guided game drives with better big cat sightings). Cape Town is walkable and has excellent Uber service. Table Mountain cable car requires advance booking in peak season (December-February). The Cape Peninsula drive (Cape of Good Hope, Boulder's Beach penguins, Hout Bay) is magnificent. The Garden Route Durban to Cape Town drive is 1,200 km of spectacular coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Brazilians need a visa for South Africa?
No. Brazil and South Africa have a bilateral visa-waiver agreement. Brazilian passport holders can visit South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days.
Do Brazilians need a yellow fever certificate for South Africa?
Yes. South Africa requires proof of yellow fever vaccination if you are arriving from a country on their yellow fever risk list, which includes Brazil. Carry your yellow International Certificate of Vaccination (Caderneta de Vacinação Amarela). Without it, you may be denied entry or quarantined.
How do Brazilians fly to South Africa?
Most flights from Brazil to Johannesburg (JNB) route via São Paulo (GRU) connecting through London, Amsterdam, Doha, Dubai, or Addis Ababa. LATAM and SAA have operated this route in partnership. Total journey time is approximately 16-20 hours.
Is a self-drive safari in Kruger National Park feasible for Brazilians?
Yes. Kruger National Park is one of the world's best self-drive game reserves. Rent a car in Johannesburg or Hoedspruit, enter through one of Kruger's gates, and drive the tar and gravel roads at your own pace. You must stay in your vehicle. SANParks rest camps offer accommodation inside the park.