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Do South African citizens need a visa for Spain?
Visa required
Yes.
South African citizens must apply for a visa at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre before travelling to Spain. Start 4 to 8 weeks ahead and check whether you need an appointment.
🇪🇺 A Schengen visa from Spain lets you visit all 29 Schengen countries. Plan your 90/180 days →
Before you go
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay, with blank pages
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation and sufficient funds
- Visa application, photos, bank statements and travel insurance
- Check vaccination and health entry rules
Last checked 2026-09-24. Rules can change without notice; confirm with the Spain embassy or official immigration website.
Want to stay longer? Spain has a Digital Nomad Visa
About 200% of Spain's minimum wage (roughly €2,700 to €2,800/month) · 1 year from a consulate, or up to 3 years if applying inside Spain; renewable
Living in Spain
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Other visa-free trips for South Africa passport holders
🇻🇪 Venezuela🇹🇹 Trinidad & Tobago🇬🇩 Grenada🇵🇪 Peru🇰🇮 Kiribati🇩🇴 Dominican Republic🇳🇮 Nicaragua🇸🇿 Eswatini🇵🇭 Philippines🇰🇳 St. Kitts & Nevis🇵🇾 Paraguay🇬🇦 Gabon
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