Central African visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting Central African Republic for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Central African Republic for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Central African Republic e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Central African Republic visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Central African Republic tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Central African Republic.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Central African Republic.
If you are looking for Central African Republic 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 Central African Republic nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of Central African Republic in Pretoria, South Africa (Working hours: Close now)
Central African Republic visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Central African Republic diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Central African Republic from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 254 | N/A |
| 2009 | 435 | 71.26% |
| 2010 | 447 | 2.76% |
| 2011 | 543 | 21.48% |
| 2012 | 588 | 8.29% |
| 2013 | 693 | 17.86% |
| 2014 | 794 | 14.57% |
| 2015 | 1,000 | 25.94% |
| 2016 | 681 | -31.90% |
| 2017 | 888 | 30.40% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Central African Republic & South Africa comparison
Central African Republic's area is approximately 622,980 km2 (240,533 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 94.72% larger than Central African Republic.
As of October 2025, Central African Republic's population is ~5.3 million people - 57,844,830 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Central African Republic & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Central African Republic | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,259,616 | 63,104,446 | 57.8 million fewer people live in Central African Republic than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 1 | 124 | Central African Republic has 123 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 21 | 67 | Central African Republic passport holders visit 46 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 197 | Central African hosts 184 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Central African Republic in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Central African Republic in 2017 was approximately 888.
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