Belizean visa for South African citizens
A visa is NOT required for South African passport holders visiting Belize for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Belize for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Belize e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Belize visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Belize tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Belize.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Belize.
If you are looking for Belize 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 Belize nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of in Abu Dhabi, ~ 6974.22 kilometers (4333.58 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 27 minutes).
- Tel Aviv: The Consulate General of in Tel Aviv, ~ 7086.12 kilometers (4403.11 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 57 minutes).
Belize visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Belize diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Belize from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,034 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,926 | -5.31% |
| 2010 | 2,009 | 4.31% |
| 2011 | 2,075 | 3.29% |
| 2012 | 2,299 | 10.80% |
| 2013 | 2,440 | 6.13% |
| 2014 | 2,664 | 9.18% |
| 2015 | 2,830 | 6.23% |
| 2016 | 3,204 | 13.22% |
| 2017 | 3,544 | 10.61% |
| 2018 | 4,059 | 14.53% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Belize & South Africa comparison
Belize's area is approximately 22,810 km2 (8,806 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 53.18 times bigger than Belize.
As of April 2024, Belize's population is ~427211 people - 61,918,083 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Belize & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Belize | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 427,211 | 62,345,294 | 61.9 million fewer people live in Belize than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 124 | Belize has 68 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 68 | 67 | Belize passport holders can visit 1 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 34 | 197 | Belizean hosts 163 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Belize in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Belize in 2018 was approximately 4,059.
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Useful Information
- Belmopan to Pretoria: 12123.45 km (7533.16 mi)
- Travel time: 25 hours 15 minutes
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