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Embassy of South Africa in Seoul, South Korea

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Embassy of South Africa in Seoul, South Korea, located at 104 Dokseodang-ro (Hannam-dong), Yongsan-gu. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of South Africa, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    104 Dokseodang-ro (Hannam-dong), Yongsan-gu
    Seoul 140-884
    South Korea

  • Telephone

    +82 2 2077 5900

  • Emergency Phone

    010-3703-4855

  • Fax

    +82 2 794 4854

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:45 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–4:45 PM
    Friday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:00 AM–4:45 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:45 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – ⛱️ Youth Day is on Tuesday (in 6 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Seoul: 6:57 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 104 Dokseodang-ro (Hannam-dong), Yongsan-gu, the embassy is near key landmarks like N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower) and War Memorial of Korea. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Embassy of South Africa in Seoul, South Korea

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
  • National Women’s Day: August 9 to August 10 Flag of South Africa
  • Liberation Day: August 15 Flag of South Korea
  • Heritage Day: September 24 Flag of South Africa

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of South Africa in Seoul, South Korea:

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

Visa Requirements

If you hold a South Korean 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

ZN Dlamini, Ambassador

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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

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Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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

See also

South Korea in South Africa

South Korea has representation in the following city:

Nearby Landmarks

  • N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower) (2.74 km away)

    105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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  • War Memorial of Korea (3.04 km away)

    29 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) (3.46 km away)

    281 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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  • Myeongdong Shopping Street (4.01 km away)

    Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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  • Gyeongbokgung Palace (5.77 km away)

    161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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  • Seoul City Hall (4.58 km away)

    110 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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This page was last edited on 21 October 2025 at 05:27 AM (EST).

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