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Embassy of South Africa in Washington, D.C., United States

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Embassy of South Africa in Washington, D.C., United States, located at 3051 Massachusetts Avenue NW. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of South Africa, or find information about the address, consular jurisdiction, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    3051 Massachusetts Avenue NW
    Washington, D.C. 20008
    United States

  • Telephone

    (240) 937-5760

  • Emergency Contacts

    (202) 413-1953

  • Email

  • Consular Jurisdiction

    The states of Alabama, Arkansas, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin, as well as the territories of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Location Map

Located at 3051 Massachusetts Avenue NW, the embassy is near key landmarks like Dupont Circle and Georgetown Waterfront Park. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Embassy of South Africa in Washington, D.C., United States

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Youth Day: June 16 Flag of South Africa
  • Juneteenth: June 19 Flag of United States
  • Independence Day: July 4 Flag of United States
  • National Women’s Day: August 9 to August 10 Flag of South Africa

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of South Africa in Washington, D.C., United States:

  • Process passport applications
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
  • Authentication of documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold an American passport, you do not need a visa to enter South Africa.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to South Africa without a visa. The most common types of South Africa visas are the following.

  • Business visa
  • Work visa
  • Tourist visa
  • Study visas
  • Exchange visa
  • Relative’s visa
  • Medical treatment visa
  • Corporate visa

Head of Mission

Nomaindiya Cathleen Mfeketo, Ambassador

Related: List of ambassadors of South Africa to the United States

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Passport Services

South African embassies and consulates assist South African citizens in obtaining or renewing their passports. They accept passport applications, collect the necessary documents, and issue new passports or renew passports.

Consular Assistance

South African embassies and consulates provide consular assistance and support to South African citizens abroad, including in cases of emergency and other consular services.

Notarial Services

South African embassies and consulates offer notarial services, including notarization and certification of documents, witnessing signatures, and providing authenticated copies.

Visa Services

South African embassies and consulates process visa applications for foreign nationals who wish to visit South Africa for tourism, work, study, business, or other purposes. They provide information on visa requirements, application procedures, and fees.

Online Resources

Explore the embassy and its services. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in United States

Besides Embassy of South Africa in Washington, D.C., United States, South Africa also has 3 representations in the following cities of United States:


View All Diplomatic Missions of South Africa in United States

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of South Africa in neighboring countries or regions of United States.

See also

United States in South Africa

United States has 4 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

  • Dupont Circle (1.18 miles away)

    Washington, DC 20036

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  • Georgetown Waterfront Park (1.21 miles away)

    3303 Water St NW, Washington, DC 20007

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  • The Kennedy Center (1.63 miles away)

    2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566

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  • The White House (1.99 miles away)

    1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500

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  • National Museum of African American History and Culture (2.50 miles away)

    1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560

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  • Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum (3.11 miles away)

    600 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560

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Nearby Airports

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
    (21.39 miles away)
    Washington D.C.
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  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
    (27.48 miles away)
    Baltimore
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  • Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
    (89.41 miles away)
    Harrisburg
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