“No Visa Needed”: Pretoria Travel Creator Shares Amazing Visa-Free Destinations for South Africans

• A Pretoria travel content creator shared a helpful list of countries that South Africans can visit without needing to apply for visas
• The viral TikTok video listed over 20 amazing destinations including Argentina, Fiji, Thailand, Brazil, and Singapore
• The travel tip gained massive attention with over 91,600 reactions and 16,000 shares as people got excited about discovering new places

A Pretoria travel enthusiast has made holiday planning easier for South Africans by sharing a list of countries they can visit without needing visas.

Content creator @nkosinathi__gumede, who regularly shares travel content on TikTok, posted the helpful information that has gone viral among people looking for their next adventure.

The list includes some incredible destinations that many South Africans didn't know they could visit visa-free. These countries include Argentina, Fiji, the Bahamas, Hong Kong, Costa Rica, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Malaysia, Philippines, Namibia, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela, Thailand, Tanzania, Mauritius, Cook Islands, Chile, Singapore, and Brazil.

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The travel creator's post was perfectly timed for people who want to explore the world but find visa applications stressful and expensive. His video gained massive popularity, receiving over 91,600 reactions, more than 1,000 comments, and over 16,000 shares from excited South Africans planning their next trips.

The information was particularly helpful for young travellers who want to skip the complicated visa process that often involves long waiting times, expensive fees, and lots of paperwork. Many people found the content useful and started planning trips to destinations they never knew were accessible.

Some viewers shared additional countries and islands that don't require visas, creating a helpful community discussion about budget-friendly travel options. The excitement in the comments showed how much South Africans value easy travel opportunities.

Travellers question visa requirements

The viral post sparked lots of discussion about travel experiences and visa requirements.

@Lizi McG joked:

"Aaw this is so nice. Please make a list of countries South Africans can visit without money? 🥺"

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@Masego related to many people's financial reality:

"Me scrolling as if I have money to visit the countries 😭"

@Baba wekhaya🐘🐐🐃🐎_mk1 had specific plans:

"Moscow 🫡🥷🏾🫡I so want to go there."

@Chiliza Kuyanuka questioned the list:

"Is Hong Kong not China? Cos' I know for sure the visa process is so hectic."

@michelleuys403 shared her experience:

"Thailand? My son was just there and had to have a visa."

@abbi🫶🏻 corrected the information:

"In Hong Kong, you need to do visas, I'm literally going December and I need my visa 😅"

@Nolly asked for practical help:

"List of travel agencies we can use please🙏🏼🙏🏼"

@ZakithiT showed appreciation:

"Thanks for the information. Truly appreciated."

Why visas are required to travel

According to the Department of Home Affairs, South Africa has agreements with certain countries that allow visa-free travel for short visits, usually up to 90 days. These agreements are based on diplomatic relationships, security considerations, and mutual benefits between countries.

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The visa exemption system works both ways - South Africa also allows citizens from many countries to visit without visas. However, some countries require visas due to security concerns, immigration control, or lack of diplomatic agreements.

South African passport holders who are exempt from visas must still meet certain requirements like having valid passports, return tickets, and proof of sufficient funds for their stay.

View the TikTok post below:

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Source: Briefly News