Africa > South Africa: Covid-19 and Travel
Present Situation
Total cases: 4.1 millions
Active cases: 38 702
Recovered: 3.9 millions
Deaths: 102 588
Vaccination count: 24 millions
Current trend: Declining
Data updated on 2023-01-22
Summary of the situation
Not required.
• Masks are required in public spaces
• Masks are required in enclosed public places
• Masks are required in public transport
Provisions for travellers
Entry to the territory: Allowed
Flights to South Africa has resumed from all countries, and land borders are open. Anyone can visit.
The South African Government announced on June 22, 2022, that the remaining COVID-19 regulations have been repealed. Travelers entering South Africa are no longer required to produce vaccination certificates or recent negative PCR tests.
Tests: Not required.
Quarantine: No
Quarantine not required.
Information updated on 2023-03-16.
Action taken in the country
Lockdown: Partial
The South African authorities have published COVID-19 guidelines and advice and have introduced measures to limit the spread of the virus. Failure to comply could result in a fine or arrest. Masks should be warn in public places, including shops, malls, offices, factories, taxes, buses, trains or any other indoor public space. Masks are no longer a requirement for outdoor gatherings.
Mask use
Masks are required in public spaces
Masks are required in enclosed public places
Masks are required in public transport
Gatherings: Partially Allowed
Allowed under covid restrictions
Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions
Shops: Open
Tourist attractions: Open
