Virgin Islander visa for South African citizens
A visa is NOT required for South African passport holders visiting British Virgin Islands for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter British Virgin Islands for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | British Virgin Islands e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | British Virgin Islands visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
British Virgin Islands tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in British Virgin Islands.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from British Virgin Islands.
If you are looking for British Virgin Islands visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of British Virgin Islands nearest your place of residence.
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to British Virgin Islands from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,872 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,565 | -10.69% |
| 2010 | 2,739 | 6.78% |
| 2011 | 2,805 | 2.41% |
| 2012 | 2,913 | 3.85% |
| 2013 | 3,038 | 4.29% |
| 2014 | 3,204 | 5.46% |
| 2015 | 3,262 | 1.81% |
| 2016 | 3,386 | 3.80% |
| 2017 | 2,781 | -17.87% |
| 2018 | 1,594 | -42.68% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
British Virgin Islands & South Africa comparison
British Virgin Islands's area is approximately 153 km2 (59 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 7928.69 times bigger than British Virgin Islands.
As of November 2025, British Virgin Islands's population is ~30030 people - 63,074,416 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted British Virgin Islands & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| British Virgin Islands | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 30,030 | 63,104,446 | 63.1 million fewer people live in British Virgin Islands than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 124 | British Virgin Islands has 124 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 0 | 67 | British Virgin Islands passport holders visit 67 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1 | 197 | Virgin Islander hosts 196 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to British Virgin Islands in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting British Virgin Islands in 2018 was approximately 1,594.
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