According to Home Minister Leon Schreiber, South Africa will implement a fully digital digital travel certification (ETA) system by the end of September 2025. Initially applied to short-term tourist visits for up to 90 days, the new system is part of the government's efforts to modernize visa processing and border entry procedures.
The Border Management Agency-Managed ETA debuts at major international airports and is designed to improve processing time and security using AI-powered risk monitoring and cybersecurity measures. A list of eligible nationalities will be released at launch and broader visa category coverage is planned for future stages.
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Source: South Africa
