How to apply for a tourist visa for African countries

Since ancient times, Africa has been regarded as a mysterious region on the earth. In recent years, more and more people travel to Africa, so how to apply for tourist visas for African countries? Let's get to know each other.

One: Electronic signs

Country: Kenya, Ethiopia, Lesotho

Recently, the Kingdom of Lesotho announced the implementation of e-visa policy, while African countries Kenya and Ethiopia also implemented e-visa. Compared with going to the consulate to apply for a sticker visa, the electronic visa is undoubtedly much more convenient, and it can be easily done through the Internet.

From 1: Kenya: 20 1 September 51,Kenya started to apply for e-visa, and the application procedure is very simple. First of all, you need to log on to the e-visa application website. The first applicant needs to create a new account, that is, select "Create Account" under "E-visa Visitors" to start creating an account, and then fill it out according to the guidelines. Then, the registered email will receive a confirmation email asking to activate your account. Click "Click here" to activate your account, and you can enter the next application. Select the visa type when applying, generally "apply for a single entry visa", and then fill in the visa information as required. Note that Kenya requires the submission of round-trip air tickets, so you can only apply for a visa after booking the air tickets.

Kenya e-visa application fee is US$ 565,438 +0 visa fee and service fee * * *, which can be paid online. After the payment is successful, you can check the status at any time. When the status under "Approved" is displayed as "Issued", it means that the visa has been issued. Applicants only need to download and print the document and use it with their passports when traveling.

? 2. Ethiopia: 20 17, 12 Since June, Ethiopia has also opened an electronic visa service. Applicants can apply for, pay and confirm entry visas on the website, and the fee is $20. After the visa application is approved online, the applicant will receive an email, print out the visa in this email before departure, and take it with you.

3. Lesotho: Many people don't know where Lesotho has just opened its e-visa. This country is located in the southeast of Africa. Because its territory is completely surrounded by South Africa, it is called "China of China", which is also the largest country in China in the world. Log on to the website, register your account as required, and submit the required information, such as applying for a tourist visa, travel itinerary, hotel orders, air tickets, or providing the contact information of the receptionist in Lai. The visa fee is $65,438+050 for single entry and $250 for multiple entry.

In recent years, the Lesotho government has encouraged the development of tourism and built some hotels, summer resorts and national parks. The territory of Lesotho is above 1000 meters above sea level and surrounded by mountains. It is also a rare ski resort around South Africa, and the Budabuti ski resort in the north has been opened for use. If you stay in South Africa long enough, you can also consider a joint tour of Lesotho.

Two: visa on arrival

Country: Egypt

Although landing visa is open to China citizens, the threshold is relatively high. To apply for landing visa, Egypt, you need to bring at least 2000 dollars in cash (or other equivalent currency), hold the reservation information confirmed by the hotel (above 4 stars), hold the issued departure (Egypt) ticket, and pay a visa fee of 25 dollars.

For many people, carrying $2,000 in cash with them is too much, and there are also security risks. Therefore, it is safer to go to Egypt and apply for an Egyptian visa in advance.

Three: visa-free

Country: Mauritius, Seychelles, Morocco, Tunisia.

At present, African countries that open visa-free access to China tourists are all familiar destinations. Generally speaking, the information of visa-free entry is the simplest. As long as you have a round-trip air ticket, a hotel reservation form and a valid passport, you can enter the country without a visa.

1: Mauritius &; Seychelles: Mauritius and Seychelles are the favorite island destinations for China tourists in recent two years. Both countries are visa-free for China tourists, and the conditions are very relaxed. For example, from June 17 to June 14, the visa-free stay period for citizens of China and Mauritius was extended from 30 days to 60 days, while the visa-free entry period for Seychelles was 30 days.

? 2. Morocco: From June 20th, 1 6,1day, China citizens will be officially exempted from visas. China tourists can stay in Morocco for up to 90 days with passports, which makes Morocco one of the most popular tourist destinations. At present, there are no direct flights from Chinese mainland to Morocco, but there are still many ways for Chinese mainland tourists to fly to Morocco. For example, most of them transfer from Middle East airports, such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Doha, and you don't need to apply for a visa to transfer through Middle East airports.

3. Tunisia: In recent two years, Tunisia has continuously relaxed its visa policy for tourists from China. First, in July, 20 16, China team tourists were exempted from visas, and then in June, 2016, the visa-free threshold for Tunisia team was further lowered, and only five people could enter the country without visas. From February, 20 17,

Tunisia, the pearl of North Africa, is one of the few countries in the world that combines beaches, deserts, mountains and ancient civilizations. Located in the Mediterranean region, this country has a coastline of 1300 km, charming beaches, mild climate, geographical advantages adjacent to Europe, cheap goods and hospitable customs, making it a must-see country in many evaluations.

Four: sticker label

Country: South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe

? 1: South Africa: China tourists can apply for visas in embassies and consulates in China, South Africa. Guangdong's household registration belongs to Beijing and Shanghai, and they can send the information to any two visa centers to apply. You can go to the relevant website for details. The fee is 220 yuan visa fee +260 yuan service fee, and the certificate can be issued within 5~ 10 working days.

2. Zambia: To apply for a Zambian visa, you need two 2-inch photos with a white background and the original passport (valid for more than three months). The visa agency fee is RMB 65,438+0 for single entry to 750 yuan and RMB 65,438+0 for multiple entry to 200 yuan, which can be issued within five working days. The visa is valid for three months.

? 3. Zimbabwe: It takes a long time to apply for a visa to Zimbabwe, exceeding 15 working days. You need to submit a scanned passport home page (valid for more than 6 months) and an electronic version of a 2-inch passport photo with a white background. If you have been to Zimbabwe before, you need to submit a scanned visa page or detailed information about entering and leaving Zimbabwe. The visa fee is RMB+USD 60 for single entry to 200 yuan and RMB for two entry to 250 yuan. It should be noted that Zimbabwe uses a separate visa, that is, both the visa and the seal are printed on another piece of paper. Remember to bring your visa and passport.