Covid-19: The South African Government has clarified requirements for verifiable vaccination proofs for international travellers

The South African Government has issued a media statement on 27 May 2022 clarifying the requirements for proof of vaccination against Covid-19 for inbound travellers entering South Africa. This follows recent incidents at some ports of entry involving international travellers who presented proofs of vaccination against Covid-19 which are not defined in the (current) regime of health regulations.
In order to ensure smooth and fair verification process without inconveniencing the travellers at South Africa's ports of entry, the Government has now decided that with effect from 27 May 2022 all verifiable vaccination proofs with QR Codes, either paper based or electronic, are recognised.
The details on the certificate/card should correspond with the information of the traveller as they appear on the passport. However, in cases where the vaccination certificate or card is not verifiable, the Department officials have got the right to contact the relevant embassy or High Commission in South Africa to confirm a type proof of vaccination issued by respective countries.