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Eswatini (Swaziland) Visa and Passport Requirements

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Passports

To enter Eswatini (Swaziland), a passport valid for at least three months from the date of entry, and with at least two blank pages, is required by nationals referred to in the chart above.

In addition, visitors travelling to South Africa before Eswatini must have two additional blank pages for South African entry requirements.

Visas

Visas for Eswatini (Swaziland) are not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 30 days, except (Note 1) nationals of Bulgaria and Romania.

All in all, citizens of the following countries can stay up to 30 days in Eswatini without a visa:

Africa: Botswana, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Americas: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America.

Asia: Brunei, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Taiwan.

Europe: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.

Oceania: Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.

Please note that visa requirements can change, so it is advisable to consult the Eswatini Ministry of Home Affairs or your nearest Eswatini diplomatic mission for the most current information before travelling.

Types and Cost

Visa fees for Eswatini may vary depending on the location of the applicant and the issuing authority; it is advisable to confirm the exact costs with the nearest Eswatini diplomatic mission or consulate.

Validity

Single-entry visa: three months; multiple-entry visa: three to 12 months.

Application to

Consulate (or consular section at embassy).


This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.

Embassies and tourist offices

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