Brunei visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting Brunei for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Brunei for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Brunei e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Brunei visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Brunei tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Brunei.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Brunei.
If you are looking for Brunei visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Brunei nearest your place of residence.
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of in Jeddah, ~ 6050.95 kilometers (3759.89 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now).
- Riyadh: The Embassy of in Riyadh, ~ 6647.78 kilometers (4130.74 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now).
Brunei visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Brunei diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Brunei from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,876 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,303 | -30.54% |
| 2010 | 1,776 | 36.30% |
| 2011 | 2,009 | 13.12% |
| 2012 | 1,735 | -13.64% |
| 2013 | 1,868 | 7.67% |
| 2014 | 1,668 | -10.71% |
| 2015 | 1,809 | 8.45% |
| 2016 | 1,818 | 0.50% |
| 2017 | 2,150 | 18.26% |
| 2018 | 2,307 | 7.30% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Brunei & South Africa comparison
Brunei's area is approximately 5,270 km2 (2,034 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 230.19 times bigger than Brunei.
As of April 2024, Brunei's population is ~454453 people - 61,890,841 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Brunei & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Brunei | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 454,453 | 62,345,294 | 61.9 million fewer people live in Brunei than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 124 | Brunei has 82 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 121 | 67 | Brunei passport holders can visit 54 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 38 | 197 | Brunei hosts 159 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Brunei in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Brunei in 2018 was approximately 2,307.
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