Africa
South Africa
Pretoria · ZAR · English, Afrikaans
Cost of living
Index 40 / 100
Internet & coworking
50 Mbps avg
Safety
Index 42 / 100
Weather
7° – 28°C
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Visa & residency
- Short stay
- 90 days visa-free
- Digital nomad
- South Africa Digital Nomad Visa
- Passive income
- Financially Independent Permit
Cities in South Africa
Visas for South Africa
Working from South Africa
- freelancing
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- tools
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- tools
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Sister site
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Wise
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SafetyWing
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Airalo
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Frequently asked
- How much does it cost to live in South Africa?
- South Africa has a cost of living index of 40/100. Expect around $ 1300/month as a solo nomad.
- Is the internet good in South Africa?
- Average internet speed is 50 Mbps. Solid for daily remote work. Get an Airalo eSIM as a backup for travel days.
- What digital nomad visa does South Africa offer?
- South Africa offers the South Africa Digital Nomad Visa.
- When is the best time to visit South Africa?
- The best months are Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct with temperatures 7° – 28°C.
- Is South Africa safe for digital nomads?
- South Africa scores 42/100 on the safety index. Stay aware. Pick safer neighborhoods and avoid showing valuables.
Multi-currency banking
Get paid in any currency and stop bleeding on FX.
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