As South Africa’s diplomatic representation in Ireland, the Embassy of South Africa in Dublin handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | 2nd Floor, No. 6 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 W773, Ireland |
| Telephone | +353 1 661 5553 |
| dublin.info@dirco.gov.za | |
| Head of Mission | Nicolette Schreiber, Ambassador |
| National Day | 27 April |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published in the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs’ diplomatic list (September 2026). Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
About the South African Embassy in Dublin
The ambassador is Nicolette Schreiber.
Documents checklist
What South African citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official South African government information:
South African passport (application abroad)
- Passport application form BI-73 (DHA-73), completed in black ink
- Form BI-529 (citizenship), required for all South African citizens abroad
- Fingerprints for applicants aged 16 and over – taken at the mission
- Certified copies of your passport and ID or birth certificate (the passport alone is not enough)
- Colour photos as specified by the mission; documents in other languages need a sworn English translation
- Apply 6–12 months before expiry; collection only in person. Emergency: an Emergency Travel Certificate for the direct return to South Africa
Sources: South African High Commission in Canberra – South African passports (dirco.gov.za), South African Embassy in Bern – civic services (dirco.gov.za) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Travelling from Ireland to South Africa
Irish citizens do not need a visa for short visits to South Africa (up to 90 days), according to the Department of Foreign Affairs; a valid passport is required. Details: Department of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for South Africa.
Other consulates and embassies in Dublin
93 other countries are represented in Dublin, among them: Algeria (embassy), Argentina (embassy), Armenia (honorary), Australia (embassy), Austria (embassy), Azerbaijan (honorary), Barbados (embassy), Spain (embassy), Sudan (embassy), Sweden (embassy), Switzerland (embassy), Thailand (honorary), Türkiye (embassy), Uganda (honorary), Ukraine (embassy), United Arab Emirates (embassy), United Kingdom (embassy), United Kingdom (honorary), United States (embassy), Vietnam (embassy). The full list of all 94 missions is on the overview page for Ireland.
Closing days
Like most offices in Ireland, the embassy closes on public holidays – including St Brigid’s Day in early February, Easter Monday and the October bank holiday. It is usually also closed on South Africa’s national day (27 April).
Emergency assistance
In Ireland, the emergency numbers are 112 and 999. Irish citizens who need help in South Africa should contact the Irish embassy accredited to the country or the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin on +353 1 408 2000; its travel advice lists the responsible mission.
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Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland – Diplomatic List (7 September 2026), Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland – travel advice for South Africa. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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