UK launches fully digital eVisa system for South African travellers
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- •The UK government launched the fully digital eVisa system for South African travellers on February 25, 2026.
- •The digital system replaces previous paper-based or in-person visa applications for South African visitors.
- •Pakistani travellers can also now apply for UK visas through the new eVisa system starting February 25, 2026.
- •The UK government announced the eVisa rollout as part of its efforts to modernize visa processing for international visitors.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the UK government expands the eVisa system to more countries in Africa more African travellers will benefit from faster visa processing, potentially increasing tourism and business travel to the UK.
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