South African visa for Greek citizens
A visa is NOT required for Greek passport holders visiting South Africa for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Greek citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Greek passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in South Africa.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from South Africa.
If you are looking for South Africa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Greece, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Athens: The Embassy of South Africa in Athens, Greece (Working hours: Close now)
- Thessaloniki: The Consulate of South Africa in Thessaloniki, Greece (Working hours: Close now)
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Greece for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Greece traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Greece) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 87,287 | N/A |
| 2009 | 63,809 | -26.90% |
| 2010 | 73,473 | 15.15% |
| 2011 | 75,885 | 3.28% |
| 2012 | 83,611 | 10.18% |
| 2013 | 86,787 | 3.80% |
| 2014 | 86,896 | 0.13% |
| 2015 | 81,026 | -6.76% |
| 2016 | 91,400 | 12.80% |
| 2017 | 93,594 | 2.40% |
| 2018 | 95,295 | 1.82% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
South Africa & Greece comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Greece is approximately 128,900 km2 (49,768 sq mi). This means Greece is 9.41 times smaller than South Africa.
As of October 2025, South Africa's population is ~63.1 million people - 52,931,546 more people than the population of Greece.
We have highlighted South Africa & Greece’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Greece | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 63,104,446 | 10,172,900 | 52.9 million more people live in South Africa than Greece |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 135 | South Africa has 11 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Greece. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 67 | 141 | South Africa passport holders visit 74 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 249 | South African hosts 52 fewer foreign missions than Greece. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Greece travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Greece visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 95,295.
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