Operational Arrangements for Immigration (Visa) Services at the South African Embassy in Berlin
Since 7 June 2022 all visa applications must be submitted in person to the South African Embassy in Berlin (except for visa applicants who reside in Bavaria or Baden-Württemberg), and without prior appointment. All visa applications submitted by courier/post beyond this date will not be considered and will be sent back to the applicant.
Operational times for visa applications as of 16 January 2023 will be as follows:
Mondays: 09:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesdays: 09:00 - 12:00 pm
Thursdays: 09:00 am - 12:00 pm
The South African Embassy in Berlin is currently not reachable on phone number 030 22073-0 due to technical problems. Callers are kindly requested to phone mobile number 0171 3642679.
Due to system problems, the turnaround time of visa applications and processings will regretably be delayed. Applicants are kindly requested to be patient, while the Embassy is addressing the matter.
Your understanding is appreciated. We regret inconveniencies caused and appreciate your understanding.
Wearing an FFP2 mask is mandatory.
You will find all the required information about SA citizen services and immigration (visa) services by the South African Embassy in Berlin and the South African Consulate General in Munich, if you click on the following >>LINK . Specific questions can be sent to the email address of the Consular Section of the South African Embassy in Berlin or the South African Consulate General in Munich respectively.
South African Embassy in Berlin - Temporary Contact Number
The South African Embassy in Berlin is currently not reachable on phone number 030 22073-0 due to technical problems. Callers are kindly requested to phone mobile number 0171 3642679.
We regret inconveniencies caused and appreciate your understanding.
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