Visa Desk — Nairobi, Kenya

South Africa Visa from Kenya

Requirements, document checklist and how we handle your South Africa application from Nairobi.

Visa Required 5-15 working days Stay: 90 days

South Africa visa at a glance

Visa type
Visa Required
Processing
5-15 working days
Validity
Up to 90 days
Max stay
90 days

Documents for a South Africa visa from Kenya

  • Valid passport (6 months)
  • Completed application form
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Return flight ticket
  • Bank statements (3 months)

Requirements depend on the visa type and can change. Our visa desk confirms the current checklist for your case before you apply.

Tips to avoid delays and refusals

Apply at VFS Global in Nairobi or Mombasa.

How it works

  1. Tell us your plans. Share your destination and travel dates.
  2. Send your documents. We give you a personalised checklist and review your file.
  3. We apply for you. Our officers submit to the embassy or visa centre and book appointments where needed.
  4. Collect and travel. We return your passport and help with flights, insurance and hotels.

Frequently asked questions

Typical requirements include: Valid passport (6 months); Completed application form; Proof of accommodation; Return flight ticket; Bank statements (3 months). Requirements depend on the visa type and can change, so our visa desk confirms the current checklist before you apply.

Processing is typically 5-15 working days. Timelines are set by the embassy or visa centre and can vary by season, so apply as early as you can.

Yes. We review the reasons for the refusal and prepare a stronger application with a supporting cover letter. No agency can guarantee approval, because the decision always rests with the embassy.

Yes. We serve clients across Kenya. Documents can be couriered to our Nairobi office and your passport is returned by secure courier.

Information last reviewed 1 October 2026. Always confirm with the embassy or visa centre before you travel.

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A Zetta Global visa officer will contact you within one working day.

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