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South Africa

Oceania & Africa · ZA

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7 hours behind Korea

Three capitals split the functions: Pretoria administers, Cape Town legislates, Bloemfontein judges. There are more than eleven official languages.

CapitalPretoria (administrative)
LanguagesEnglish, Afrikaans and others
CurrencyRand (ZAR)
Standard timeUTC+2 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+27
Voltage230V / 50Hz
Plug typeD, M, N
Driving sideLeft-hand traffic
Emergency10111 police · 10177 ambulance
Domain.za

Entry & visa

Visa-free entry is available, but the permitted period and conditions can change — check the embassy notice before departure.

Worth knowing

The local type M plug has three thick pins that most travel adapters do not fit — buying one locally is the reliable option.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between South Africa and Korea?

7 hours behind Korea (UTC+2). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in South Africa?

Voltage 230V / 50Hz, Plug type D, M, N.

Q. Do I need a visa for South Africa?

Visa-free entry is available, but the permitted period and conditions can change — check the embassy notice before departure.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.