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Passport valid for at least six months upon entry required by all.

Required by all except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of Australia, Canada, Japan and the USA for stays of up to two months;
(b) 2. nationals of the EU for stays of up to two months* (except nationals of the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovak Republic and Slovenia who do require a visa);
(c) nationals of Commonwealth countries for stays of up to two months (except nationals of Antigua & Barbuda, Bangladesh, Belize, Brunei, Cameroon, Dominica, India, Kiribati, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tuvalu and Vanuatu who do require a visa);
(d) nationals of Iceland, Israel, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Norway, San Marino, Turkey, Uruguay and Zimbabwe for stays of up to two months.

* 3. Nationals of Belgium, Denmark, Greece, Ireland, Luxembourg, The Netherlands and Portugal can also obtain a visa free of charge upon arrival and may remain in Swaziland longer than two months, at the discretion of the Immigration department. Nationals of the UK may also remain in Swaziland for an undisclosed amount of time.

Single-entry: £16. Multiple-entry: £24 (three months); £38 (six months); £58 (nine months); £60 (12 months).

Transit passengers should consult their carrying company when making reservations for up-to-date advice on whether a visa is required.

Three to six months from date of issue for stays of up to two months each. Applications for extensions should be submitted to the Chief Immigration Officer in Swaziland.

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy or High Commission); see Passport/Visa Information.

(a) Application form. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Fee. (d) Valid passport. (e) Proof of means of support during stay. (f) Letter on headed paper confirming that the visitor holds return or onward tickets. (g) For all visitors except tourists, a letter of invitation from a Swazi national or for business trips, a letter from applicant’s company giving details of the business and confirming the financial responsibility for the applicant.

One or two unless authorisation is required, in which case the application could take several weeks.

Apply to Chief Immigration Officer if staying longer than two months in Swaziland.

Kingdom of Swaziland High Commission in the UK
20 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6LB, UK
Tel: (020) 7630 6611.
Website: www.swaziland.org.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 0900-1630, Fri 0900-1600 (by appointment only).

Embassy of the Kingdom of Swaziland in the USA
1712 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
Tel: (202) 234 5002.
E-mail: embassy@swaziland-usa.com

PO Box 2652, Mbabane, Swaziland
Tel: (40) 46421 or 46556.
Website: www.mintour.gov.sz

20 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6LB, UK
Tel: (020) 7630 6611.
Website: www.swaziland.org.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 0900-1630, Fri 0900-1600 (by appointment only).

1712 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
Tel: (202) 234 5002.
E-mail: embassy@swaziland-usa.com

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A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required by travellers over one year of age arriving within six days from infected areas.

Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is no longer a condition of entry to Swaziland. However, cholera is a risk in the country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness; see the Health appendix.

Vaccination against typhoid is advised.

Malaria risk exists throughout the year (particularly in the rainy season, from November to February) in all Lowveld areas, particularly Big Bend, Mhlume, Simunye and Tshaneni. The predominant falciparum strain is reported to be highly resistant to chloroquine.

Mains water is generally safe but bottled or sterilised water is preferable. Drinking water outside major cities and towns may be contaminated. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption; exercise caution if milk is of uncertain provenance. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is endemic. Avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water; swimming pools which are well chlorinated and maintained are safe. Hepatitis A is present; hepatitis B is highly endemic and precautions should be taken.
Arthropod-borne diseases such as Crimean-congo haemorrhagic fever, plague, relapsing fever, Rift valley fever and tick-bite fever have been reported.
The humid climate may provoke asthma and other respiratory disorders.
Rabies is present.

Although medical facilities are generally limited in Swaziland, Mbabame Clinic is well-equipped to deal with minor problems. Most international visitors will use private services, frequently attached to the larger hotels. The public sector is improving and treatment is available at low cost. In emergency cases, where specialised treatment is required, the patient may be transported to a South African hospital. Health insurance is recommended. Personal medications may be brought into the country, but a doctor’s note is advisable in case of questioning by authorities.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Apr 14 Good Friday. Apr 17 Easter Monday. Apr 19 Birthday of King Mswati. Apr 25 National Flag Day. May 1 Labour Day. May 25 Ascension. Jul 22 Birthday of the Late King Sobhuza. Aug/Sep* Umhlanga, Reed Dance Day. Sep 6 Somhlolo Day (Independence Day). Dec/Jan* Incwala Ceremony. Dec 25 Christmas Day. Dec 26 Boxing Day.
Jan 1 2007 New Year’s Day. Apr 6 Good Friday. Apr 9 Easter Monday. Apr 19 Birthday of King Mswati. Apr 25 National Flag Day. May 1 Labour Day. May 17 Ascension.

*The dates of the Umhlanga and Incwala ceremonies vary according to local sightings of the moon. Contact the Embassy/High Commission for further details.