Kyrgyz visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting Kyrgyzstan 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 Kyrgyzstan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kyrgyzstan e-visa for South African citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Kyrgyzstan visa on arrival for South African citizens | Eligible | |
Kyrgyzstan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kyrgyzstan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kyrgyzstan.
If you are looking for Kyrgyzstan 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 Kyrgyzstan nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of in Riyadh, ~ 6427.56 kilometers (3993.90 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 21 minutes).
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 6917.92 kilometers (4298.60 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 21 minutes).
Kyrgyzstan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kyrgyzstan diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Kyrgyzstan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,523 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,349 | -6.90% |
| 2010 | 2,150 | -8.47% |
| 2011 | 2,797 | 30.09% |
| 2012 | 2,888 | 3.25% |
| 2013 | 3,445 | 19.29% |
| 2014 | 3,428 | -0.49% |
| 2015 | 3,337 | -2.65% |
| 2016 | 2,664 | -20.17% |
| 2017 | 3,494 | 31.16% |
| 2018 | 3,511 | 0.49% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kyrgyzstan & South Africa comparison
Kyrgyzstan's area is approximately 191,800 km2 (74,054 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 6.32 times bigger than Kyrgyzstan.
As of April 2024, Kyrgyzstan's population is ~7.0 million people - 55,380,064 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Kyrgyzstan & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kyrgyzstan | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 6,965,230 | 62,345,294 | 55.4 million fewer people live in Kyrgyzstan than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 31 | 124 | Kyrgyzstan has 93 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 28 | 67 | Kyrgyzstan passport holders visit 39 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 33 | 197 | Kyrgyz hosts 164 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Kyrgyzstan in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Kyrgyzstan in 2018 was approximately 3,511.
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