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Visa Information
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If your country does not appear on this list - you will require a visa for South Africa - please contact your travel agent for further information.
Yellow Fever Requirement A vaccination against yellow fever is required for people coming through the yellow fever |
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belts of Africa and South America. A valid Yellow Fever certificate is required for all passengers older than one year coming from an affected area
However, we recommend that you also check with your travel agent.
Fast facts about Johannesburg:
- Johannesburg is an internationally-renowned vibrant metropolis, with a population of 3.5 million
- Johannesburg generates 16% of South Africa's GDP and employs 12% of the national workforce.
- The city is recognised as the financial capital of South Africa and is home to 74% of corporate headquarters.
- The city's profusion of trees - approximately 6 million, make it the largest, man-made forest in the world.
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Getting around
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South African transportation services are efficient and reliable. Transport options in South Africa include car hire, bus, rail and taxi services.
 Taxi Travel
In South Africa you will not find taxis waiting on the road to be hailed, rather they must be specifically telephoned for service.
Taxi travel can be split into two categories: metered taxis and minibus taxis. Metered taxis are best for international visitors and can be ordered from your hotel.
Minibus taxis are more for the general public, serving areas not covered by the country's bus and rail networks. This services must be used with caution as the minibuese tend to be old and in poor condition and the drivers have a tendency to drive recklessly.
Bus Travel
 South African bus travel provides a great way to see the country and the buses are comfortable. Tourism buses are generally operated by Greyhound, Autopax and Intercape. South African bus travel can also include trips to neighbouring African countries. There are also many buses that operate inter-city routes such as Translux and City-to-City.
Rail Travel
South African transportation services include numerous rail operates, including Shosholoza Meyl, Premier Classe and the ultra-luxurious Blue train. The metro train is the cheapest from of transport, connecting central Johannesburg to Soweto, Pretoria and most of the satellite towns along the Witwatersrand. However, the railway infrastructure was built in Johannesburg's infancy and covers only the older areas in the city's south. |
Things you should know
Banking, shopping and office hours
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Banks are generally open at the following times:
08:00/09:00-15:30/16:00 - Mon-Fri
08:00/09:00 - 11:00/11:30/12:00 Sat
Office hours:
08:30-09:00 - 17:00 Mon-Fri
Government department hours in South Africa:
08:30-16:40 Mon-Fri |
Shopping centres are typically open at the following times:
09:00-17:00/18:00 - Mon-Fri
08:30/09:00 - 13:00 Sat (smaller centres)
09:00-17:00/18:00 Sat (urban areas)
10:00-15:00/16:00 Sun (urban areas) |
Smoking
South Africa became one of the first countries in the world to ban smoking in public places - restaurants, pubs, shopping centires and offices.
The South African smoking laws were tightened even further in 2009 when smoking was banned in partially enclosed spaces such as covered patios, verandas, balconies, walkways and parking areas, as well as smoking in cars where there are children under the age of 12 present.