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Marshall Islands

Visa

No visa needed

Vaccinations

None required

Currency

US Dollar (USD)

Time zones

UTC/GMT +12 hours (10 hours ahead of South Africa)

Dialing code

+ 692

Best time to go

April to October

Drinking water

Mains water in hotels and towns is safe to drink. Outside of the main towns, water may be contaminated

Visa guide

Entry requirements

Passport must be valid for 6 months from arrival date, and passenger must be in possession of a return ticket.

Visa requirements

Visas for South African passport holders are issued on arrival, for stays of up to 90 days.

SA representative

Representation accredited from Canberra, Australia

Health / vaccinations

Compulsory: None
Recommended Travel Vaccines: Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio

Public holidays

2026: Jan 1; Mar 1-2; Apr 3; May 1; Jul 3; Sep 4, 25; Nov 17; Dec 4, 25

Please check with relevant authorities for the latest updates before travel.

Last updated: 28 July 2026