How long you can stay, by passport
| Passport | Stay | Details |
|---|---|---|
 EU, EEA or Swiss passport | 90 days visa-free | Visa-free for up to 90 days. |
 UK, Canadian, Australian or NZ passport | 90 days visa-free | Visa-free for up to 90 days. |
 US passport | 90 days visa-free | Visa-free for up to 90 days. |
 Indian passport | Visa · 90 days | Visa required before you travel (e-visa/ETA available), usually for up to 90 days. |
Home, family and economic ties decide it.
Noverstay counts the day you arrive and the day you leave as full days.
Tax residency in South Africa
Not a simple day count. Resident if ordinarily resident, or by physical presence: more than 91 days this tax year AND more than 91 days in each of the 5 previous years AND more than 915 days in total over those 5 years. Tax year starts 1 March.
How Noverstay keeps you inside the limit
The app logs the country you wake up in, even when it’s closed, and counts every rule above for your passport. It tells you the date you must leave by and reminds you 14 days before. Plan a trip first and it shows every limit it touches.
Questions
How long can a US citizen stay in South Africa?
90 days visa-free. Visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in South Africa?
90 days visa-free. Visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long can EU citizens stay in South Africa?
90 days visa-free. Visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long can Indian citizens stay in South Africa?
Visa · 90 days. Visa required before you travel (e-visa/ETA available), usually for up to 90 days.
When do you become a tax resident in South Africa?
Tax residency depends on your ties here, not only on days. Not a simple day count. Resident if ordinarily resident, or by physical presence: more than 91 days this tax year AND more than 91 days in each of the 5 previous years AND more than 915 days in total over those 5 years. Tax year starts 1 March.
Can Noverstay count my days in South Africa automatically?
Yes. The Noverstay app logs the country you’re in each day, also when it’s closed, and reminds you before your visa or tax limit. Only the country, city and date are stored.
Official sources
Rules change often. This page is not legal or tax advice. Check the official source or a qualified adviser before you rely on a count.