Do Indians need a visa for Eswatini?
India is not on Eswatini’s list of visa-exempt countries, so Indian passport holders need a visa. It must be arranged in advance through one of Eswatini’s missions abroad: visas are not issued on arrival at the border.
Eswatini visa options for Indians
| Option | Who it is for | Stay and validity | Official fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa | Tourism and business visits | Up to 30 days; a further 30 days can be requested from the Ministry of Home Affairs | Not published; ask the mission |
Eswatini visa fees
| Option | Official fee |
|---|---|
| Visitor visa | Not published; ask the mission |
Eswatini’s tourism authority does not list visa fees, and the government site states only that no country that needs a visa is exempt from the fee. Ask the Eswatini mission handling your application.
Documents required
Official sources do not give a full list for every case; these are the documents applicants are normally asked for. Confirm the exact list when you apply.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, with blank pages
- Completed visa application
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Confirmed return or onward ticket
- Hotel booking or address of stay
- Recent bank statements showing funds for the trip
How to apply
Check the official list of visa-exempt countries. India is not on it.
Apply in advance through one of Eswatini’s missions abroad. Visas cannot be obtained at border posts.
Travel with your visa and passport. Visitors are allowed up to 30 days.
To stay longer, apply to the Ministry of Home Affairs for a 30-day extension. Stays beyond 60 days need a temporary residence permit.
Processing time
Not published; apply well before your trip.
Frequently asked questions
India is not on Eswatini’s list of visa-exempt countries, so Indian passport holders need a visa. It must be arranged in advance through one of Eswatini’s missions abroad: visas are not issued on arrival at the border.
Visitor visa: Not published; ask the mission. Eswatini’s tourism authority does not list visa fees, and the government site states only that no country that needs a visa is exempt from the fee. Ask the Eswatini mission handling your application.
Not published; apply well before your trip.
Check the official list of visa-exempt countries. India is not on it. Apply in advance through one of Eswatini’s missions abroad. Visas cannot be obtained at border posts. Travel with your visa and passport. Visitors are allowed up to 30 days. To stay longer, apply to the Ministry of Home Affairs for a 30-day extension. Stays beyond 60 days need a temporary residence permit.
From the official sources listed at the end of this page, checked on 6 October 2026. Visa rules and fees change, so confirm them on the official site before you apply.
Official sources
The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 6 October 2026. Rules and fees can change, so confirm them before you apply.