South African visa for Liberian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Liberian passport holders visiting South Africa for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Liberian citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Liberian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Liberian citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Liberian 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 Liberia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Bamako: The Embassy of in Bamako, ~ 707.64 kilometers (439.71 mi) away from Monrovia, Liberia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 25 minutes).
- Accra: The High Commission of in Accra, ~ 1027.96 kilometers (638.74 mi) away from Monrovia, Liberia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 55 minutes).
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Liberia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Liberia traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Liberia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,055 | N/A |
| 2009 | 771 | -26.92% |
| 2010 | 888 | 15.18% |
| 2011 | 917 | 3.27% |
| 2012 | 1,011 | 10.25% |
| 2013 | 1,049 | 3.76% |
| 2014 | 1,050 | 0.10% |
| 2015 | 979 | -6.76% |
| 2016 | 1,105 | 12.87% |
| 2017 | 1,131 | 2.35% |
| 2018 | 1,152 | 1.86% |
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 & Liberia comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Liberia is approximately 96,320 km2 (37,189 sq mi). This means Liberia is 12.59 times smaller than South Africa.
As of October 2025, South Africa's population is ~63.1 million people - 57,429,728 more people than the population of Liberia.
We have highlighted South Africa & Liberia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Liberia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 63,104,446 | 5,674,718 | 57.4 million more people live in South Africa than Liberia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 2 | South Africa has 122 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Liberia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 67 | 26 | South Africa passport holders can visit 41 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 17 | South African hosts 180 more foreign missions than Liberia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Liberia travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Liberia visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 1,152.
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