DHA launched an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) pilot programme from late 2025 — applying initially to select visa-exempt countries as a pre-travel online authorisation (similar to ESTA or ETIAS). Expected to streamline border processing and enhance security screening. Full rollout expected through 2026.
Visa-exempt short-term visitors from specific participating countries.
Primary: Department of Home Affairs (South Africa) ↗
Corroborating: South African Government ↗
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