PREVENT
ANY TRAVEL DISRUPTIONS SOUTH AFRICAN TRAVELLER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (SATMS)
EFFECTIVE FROM
HAS BECOME
1 2026 JULY
MANDATORY
SARS ONLINE TRAVELLER DECLARATION COMPULSORY FROM 1 JULY 2026
WHO MUST COMPLETE IT?
WHEN MUST IT BE COMPLETED?
✓ South African citizens ✓ Permanent residents ✓ Foreign visitors
HOW TO SUBMIT?
Passport to travel document
SARS Traveller Management System (Online)
Travel itinerary
Anyone entering or leaving South Africa by:
AIR ROAD SEA RAIL
Transit passengers who remain within the international transit area are generally exempt.
NB
YOU WILL NEED?
Within 24 hours before your departure. Complete your declaration before travelling to avoid delays at Customs.
Failure to complete the declaration may result in: SCAN HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION on the SARS Traveller Declaration Portal
Contact details
SATMS Mobile App
Details of travelling companions
SARS MobiApp
Information about currency or goods requiring declaration
Keep your confirmation available on your phone or print a copy for customs.
Additional screening
Possible enforcement action where required by law.
Delays at Customs
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