Visa Box South Africa

09/10/2026

Ghana introduces ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation)

https://www.travelnews.co.za/article/ghana-introduces-eta

(Source: Southern Africa's Travel News by TNW)

South Africans travelling to Ghana are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before departure. Travellers can apply online vi…

08/10/2026

🇮🇪 IRELAND VISA ALERT! 🇮🇪

“NO PROCESSING TIME”?! This is what the visa centre has confirmed. Yikes!

If you’re planning a trip to Ireland, this is something you need to know!

The current situation surrounding Ireland visa processing times can be extremely frustrating, with applicants facing uncertainty about exactly how long their applications may take.

And with the 2026 Nations Championship Rugby coming up in November and the festive season approaching, waiting until the last minute could put your travel plans at serious risk. ✈️🍀

Ireland’s immigration authorities advise applicants to apply up to 90 days before their intended travel date for short-stay visas, and applicants are advised not to book flights until their visa has been approved.

👉 Our advice? APPLY EARLY!

At Visa Box, we can assist you with preparing your Irish visa application, ensuring that your documentation is properly compiled and that you understand the requirements before submitting. We can also submit your application on your behalf!

📞 021 551 8829
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visa-box.co.za
whatsapp: 081 885 6064

🍀 Planning Ireland? Don’t leave your visa until the last minute!

Visa and UK immigration specialists...

06/10/2026

Do you need assistance with your British passport renewal?

Visa Box offers the following services:
- Provide you with your document requirement list.
- Review all of your supporting documents which can first be scanned through to us, before sending the application through to our office.
- We can order British birth certificates on your behalf (if required).
- Complete the online application forms on your behalf.
- Make online card payments for your British passport application.
- We would arrange an international courier to get your complete passport application from our Cape Town office to the HM Passport Office in the UK. Your new British passport will then be couriered to your South African address.

Please feel free to contact Visa Box for a free quote:
Tel: (021) 551 8829
Email: [email protected]

Visa and UK immigration specialists...

06/10/2026

Visitor visa (from outside Canada)
Processing time for South Africa = 117 days

Last updated: October 1, 2026 (Updated weekly)

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html

(Source: Government of Canada)

Check how long it’s taking us to process different kinds of applications. Our processing times are updated regularly.

06/10/2026

ETIAS is the new travel authorisation for visa-exempt travellers to enter 30 European countries.
ETIAS is currently not in operation and no applications for travel authorisations are collected at this point.
The European Union will inform about the specific date for the start of ETIAS several months prior to its launch.

https://travel-europe.europa.eu/en/etias

(Source: Official website of the European Union)

06/10/2026

Cyprus Schengen entry faces delays

https://www.travelnews.co.za/article/cyprus-schengen-entry-faces-delays

(Source: Southern Africa's Travel News by TNW)

Cyprus has cleared the technical requirements for joining the Schengen Area but questions surrounding the island’s division are delaying a final de…

02/10/2026

☀️ DREAMING OF AN AUSTRALIAN SUMMER THIS DECEMBER? 🏖️✈️

Planning to spend the festive season Down Under? Whether you're visiting family and friends, exploring Australia's beautiful beaches, or enjoying a well-deserved holiday, now is the perfect time to get your Australian visa application underway!

🎄 Don't leave your visa until the last minute!

Visa applications can take time, so getting started early gives you more time to prepare your documents and complete the process before your planned departure.

Let Visa Box take the stress out of the application process. Our team is ready to assist you with your Australian visa application, guiding you every step of the way.

🌏 Your Australian adventure starts with Visa Box!

📞 Contact us: 021 551 8829
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.visa-box.co.za
🟢 Whatsapp: 081 885 6064

Get your application started today and make this December one to remember! 🇦🇺❤️

29/09/2026

Young travellers experiencing more visa refusals than ever!

South African travel agents are reporting increased scrutiny of visa applications for younger travellers, with more visa refusals from consulates.I…

28/09/2026

South Africa keeps talks with US alive after visa curbs threaten $28.8 billion relationship

https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/south-africa-keeps-talks-with-us-alive-after-visa-curbs-threaten-dollar288-billion/399l177

(Source: Business Insider Africa)

South Africa says it remains open to negotiations with the US after targeted visa restrictions intensified disagreements over racial, land and foreign policies

28/09/2026

Australia tightens visa rules

https://www.travelnews.co.za/article/australia-tightens-visa-rules

(Source: Southern Africa's Travel News by TNW)

Australia is tightening its visa rules, with changes aimed at visitor visas and student visas.Immigration Minister Tony Burke announced the measure…