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Africa Transit Visa Document Guidance
Review connection details, baggage collection, airport changes and transit documents before an African flight itinerary.
Airside and landside transit
A connection can trigger immigration when baggage must be collected, terminals or airports change, or the traveler must leave the secure transit area.
Separate tickets
Airlines may treat separately ticketed journeys differently, especially where baggage cannot be checked through to the final destination.
What to carry
Carry onward tickets, visas for the final destination, accommodation for overnight transit and evidence explaining any airport change.
Official information to verify
Confirm the current route through the destination immigration authority, official visa portal, embassy or consulate before submitting or paying.
Prepared by the AfricaTourVisa Visa Research Team. Last reviewed 3 August 2026. Requirements and government procedures can change without notice.