Papua New Guinean visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting Papua New Guinea 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 Papua New Guinea for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Papua New Guinea e-visa for South African citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Papua New Guinea visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Papua New Guinea tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Papua New Guinea.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Papua New Guinea.
If you are looking for Papua New Guinea 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 Papua New Guinea nearest your place of residence.
- New Delhi: The High Commission of in New Delhi, ~ 8730.18 kilometers (5424.68 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 18 minutes).
- Jakarta: The Embassy of in Jakarta, ~ 9069.66 kilometers (5635.63 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 18 minutes).
Papua New Guinea visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Papua New Guinea diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Papua New Guinea from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 946 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,004 | 6.13% |
| 2010 | 1,162 | 15.74% |
| 2011 | 1,311 | 12.82% |
| 2012 | 1,394 | 6.33% |
| 2013 | 1,444 | 3.59% |
| 2014 | 1,511 | 4.64% |
| 2015 | 1,519 | 0.53% |
| 2016 | 1,486 | -2.17% |
| 2017 | 1,154 | -22.34% |
| 2018 | 1,162 | 0.69% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Papua New Guinea & South Africa comparison
Papua New Guinea's area is approximately 452,860 km2 (174,850 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 2.68 times bigger than Papua New Guinea.
As of May 2024, Papua New Guinea's population is ~9.6 million people - 52,700,403 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Papua New Guinea & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Papua New Guinea | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 9,644,891 | 62,345,294 | 52.7 million fewer people live in Papua New Guinea than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 21 | 124 | Papua New Guinea has 103 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 44 | 67 | Papua New Guinea passport holders visit 23 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 32 | 197 | Papua New Guinean hosts 165 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Papua New Guinea in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Papua New Guinea in 2018 was approximately 1,162.
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