http://ukinsouthafrica.fco.gov.uk/en/visas-for-the-uk/

New Visa requirements for South African nationals visiting the UK

With effect from Tuesday 03 March, South African passport holders will require a visa in order to visit or transit the United Kingdom. However, until mid-2009, South African nationals who have previously travelled to the UK on their current passport will be exempt from the visa requirement. This decision follows a global review of the UK’s pre-entry immigration controls and reflects the UK government’s commitment to strengthen its borders.

For full details visit www.vfs-uk-za.com or call 082 234 4450

Well it has happend it has been talked about for over a year and it is now coming true. It is been reported that from the 03 March 2009. The most informative article that I have found that confirms this is here:

The Times

This means that if you plan on going to, from or via the UK you will need to get a visa. This visa will cost you currently in the region of ZAR1000 exluding processing fees. It will be intersting to see how the visa process will be handled with VFS here in South Africa and the British High Commision. We have seen fiascos with change with the UK before and prepare to brace yourself for another one if the history is anything to go by.

Questions and emails remain unanswered so as soon as we get some answers and more info on the price, validility, what is needed to apply, can you apply in person or must you apply at VFS, can you use a courier service etc we will publish it here.