South Africa Embassy and Consulates in Ethiopia
South Africa Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of South Africa may close on the following Ethiopian and South African holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Day | Tuesday, June 16 | 1 week, 4 days |
| Muharram/Islamic New Year | Wednesday, June 17 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Father's Day | Sunday, June 21 | 2 weeks, 2 days |
| Nelson Mandela Day | Saturday, July 18 | 1 month, 1 week |
| National Women's Day | Sunday, August 09 | 2 months |
| National Women's Day | Monday, August 10 | 2 months |
| Milad un Nabi (Mawlid) | Wednesday, August 26 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 3 months, 2 weeks |
1. How many South African Embassies/Consulates are there in Ethiopia?
South Africa currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Ethiopia including and Addis Ababa.
2 - Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Ethiopian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into South Africa. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of South Africa in Ethiopia for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of South African embassies in Ethiopia?
The South African representative offices in Ethiopia will be closed in observance of the following Ethiopian and South African holidays in 2026/2024:
- Youth Day (ZA) Tue, Jun 16, 2026 (1 week, 4 days)
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Time in South Africa vs Ethiopia
Pretoria, South Africa time is 1:00 hours behind Addis Ababa, Ethiopia