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High Commission of South Africa in Canberra, Australia

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High Commission of South Africa in Canberra, Australia, located at Corner State Circle and Rhodes Place. View a location map, get driving directions to the High Commission of South Africa, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • High Commission Address

    Corner State Circle and Rhodes Place
    Yarralumla, ACT 2600
    Australia

  • Telephone

    +61 2 6272 7300

  • Fax

    +61 2 6273 1033

  • Emergency Contacts

    +61 4 0869 6993

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
    Thursday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
    Friday 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

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

    🕒 Current time in Yarralumla: 7:49 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at Corner State Circle and Rhodes Place, the high commission is near key landmarks like Parliament House and Old Parliament House. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the High Commission of South Africa in Canberra, Australia

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the High Commission may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the High Commission 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
  • Heritage Day: September 24 Flag of South Africa
  • Day of Reconciliation: December 16 Flag of South Africa

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the High Commission of South Africa in Canberra, Australia:

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

Visa Requirements

If you hold an Australian 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

Marthinus van Schalkwyk, High Commissioner

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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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Additional Missions in Australia

Besides High Commission of South Africa in Canberra, Australia, South Africa also has 2 representations in the following cities of Australia:


View All Diplomatic Missions of South Africa in Australia

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Nearby Landmarks

  • Parliament House (0.46 km away)

    Parliament Drive, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia

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  • Old Parliament House (1.25 km away)

    18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia

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  • National Library of Australia (1.28 km away)

    Parkes Place West, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia

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  • Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre (1.31 km away)

    King Edward Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia

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  • Telstra Tower (3.24 km away)

    Black Mountain Drive, Acton ACT 2601, Australia

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  • National Zoo & Aquarium (2.78 km away)

    999 Lady Denman Drive, Yarralumla ACT 2611, Australia

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This page was last edited on 04 July 2024 at 07:52 AM (EST).

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