Caymanian visa for South African citizens
A visa is NOT required for South African passport holders visiting Cayman Islands for a short-term stay: 6 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Cayman Islands for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 6 months |
| Evisa | Cayman Islands e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cayman Islands visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Cayman Islands tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cayman Islands.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cayman Islands.
If you are looking for Cayman 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 Cayman Islands nearest your place of residence.
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Cayman Islands from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,515 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,258 | -10.22% |
| 2010 | 2,390 | 5.85% |
| 2011 | 2,565 | 7.32% |
| 2012 | 2,673 | 4.21% |
| 2013 | 2,864 | 7.15% |
| 2014 | 3,179 | 11.00% |
| 2015 | 3,196 | 0.53% |
| 2016 | 3,196 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 3,469 | 8.54% |
| 2018 | 3,843 | 10.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cayman Islands & South Africa comparison
Cayman Islands's area is approximately 240 km2 (92 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 5054.54 times bigger than Cayman Islands.
As of November 2025, Cayman Islands's population is ~69632 people - 63,034,814 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Cayman Islands & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cayman Islands | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 69,632 | 63,104,446 | 63.0 million fewer people live in Cayman Islands than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 124 | Cayman Islands has 124 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 18 | 67 | Cayman Islands passport holders visit 49 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 3 | 197 | Caymanian hosts 194 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Cayman Islands in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Cayman Islands in 2018 was approximately 3,843.
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