TTOS Phase Two Notice (4 April 2025)active

Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) - Phase Two

Minister of Home AffairsIssued: 4 April 2025Effective: 4 April 2025

Summary

Phase Two of TTOS inviting domestic tour operators to apply for accreditation. Enables 3-5 day digital group visa processing for Chinese and Indian tourists.

Full Detail

The Trusted Tour Operator Scheme streamlines group travel from China and India. Accredited operators can process group visas digitally within 3-5 working days. Phase One (launched February 2025) brought over 25,000 tourists to South Africa in its first six months. Phase Two extends accreditation to domestic tour operators.

Impact on Applications

Dramatically simplified visa processing for Chinese and Indian tour groups. Over 25,000 tourists processed in first 6 months.

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Affected Visa Types

visitor-tourist