South Africa: visa, travel warning and when to go

Visa-free

What do you need to enter South Africa with an Israeli passport? Visa-free. Typical tourist stay: up to 90 days. This page covers the entry type, the Israeli NSC travel warning and the best months to visit.

Entering South Africa with an Israeli passport

Entry type: Visa-free. Israeli passport holders can enter without a visa in advance, usually as tourists for a limited stay.

Length of stay: up to 90 days (tourism, usually).

Travel warning

Israel's National Security Council (NSC) has a Level 3 travel warning (avoid non-essential travel) for this country. Check the current situation before you book.

Best time to visit South Africa

The most comfortable months for weather are September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April. This is based on general climate seasons only, not on prices, tourist season or security.

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Sources: entry requirements from Wikipedia and Timatic; travel warnings from Israel's National Security Council. Before you travel, check with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the destination's official website.

Treks in South Africa

6 ranked treks: Otter Trail, Drakensberg Grand Traverse, Whale Trail

FAQ

Do Israelis need a visa for South Africa?

Visa-free. Israeli passport holders can enter without a visa in advance, usually as tourists for a limited stay. Typical tourist stay: up to 90 days.

Is there an Israeli travel warning for South Africa?

Israel's National Security Council (NSC) has a Level 3 travel warning (avoid non-essential travel) for this country. Check the current situation before you book.

When is the best time to visit South Africa?

The most comfortable months for weather are September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April. This is based on general climate seasons only, not on prices, tourist season or security.