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India fans' guide to Cricket World Cup 2027

Practical, verified travel guidance for Indian cricket fans planning a trip to the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. This guide focuses on what is officially confirmed and what you should verify with the relevant authorities before booking.

Last reviewed · July 2026

The tournament

What is confirmed so far

The 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, with South Africa staging the majority of the 54 matches across the 14-team tournament. The ICC has provisionally scheduled the event for October–November 2027.

The detailed match schedule, host venues, fixtures and ticketing have not yet been officially announced. Treat any specific dates, venues, or a potential India–Pakistan fixture as unconfirmed until the ICC publishes the official schedule.

Entry requirements

Visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Entry rules differ for each host country, so check them separately. The summary below reflects published policy but can change — always confirm with each country's official immigration authority before you book.

South Africa
Indian passport holders require a visa and should apply in advance. South Africa has also introduced an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) used at certain airports. Confirm the correct route for your port of entry with the Department of Home Affairs.
Zimbabwe
Indian nationals are generally able to obtain a visa on arrival or apply online via the official Zimbabwe e-Visa portal. Confirm current eligibility before travel.
Namibia
Indian travellers should arrange a visa before travelling, via Namibia's official Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security e-services portal. Verify whether visa-on-arrival applies to your situation.

Verify before you book

Visa policies and processing routes change. Confirm the current requirements for your nationality and intended ports of entry directly with each country's official immigration authority, and check the Indian Ministry of External Affairs guidance, before making non-refundable bookings.
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Passport and transit considerations

Southern African countries commonly require your passport to be valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates and to have sufficient blank pages for entry stamps and visas. Check your passport well ahead of departure and renew early if needed.

Many routes from India connect through a third country. Transit rules, onward-ticket requirements and any health-documentation checks depend on your specific routing, so confirm transit requirements with your airline and the transit country before you fly.

Getting there

Flights and airports

South Africa's principal international gateways are O.R. Tambo International (Johannesburg), Cape Town International and King Shaka International (Durban). Harare and Victoria Falls serve Zimbabwe, and Hosea Kutako International serves Windhoek in Namibia.

Routings from India are typically one-stop via Gulf, African or Asian hubs. Specific carriers, routes, durations and fares change throughout the year — compare current options directly with airlines rather than relying on fixed estimates.

Practical

Money, time and driving

  • Currency

    South Africa uses the rand (ZAR); the Namibian dollar is pegged 1:1 to the rand; Zimbabwe uses the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) alongside the US dollar. Confirm card acceptance and cash needs with your bank.

  • Time difference

    All three host countries are UTC+2 year-round — three and a half hours behind India (IST, UTC+5:30).

  • Driving

    All three countries drive on the left, as in India. If you plan to hire a car, confirm licence and International Driving Permit requirements with your rental provider in advance.

Stay informed

Health and travel advice

For health preparation, consult a travel-health clinic and official guidance well before departure — some routes and transit points can affect vaccination requirements. For safety and security, rely on the Indian Ministry of External Affairs and your destination's official advisories rather than informal sources.

This guide summarises publicly available information and does not constitute visa, medical or legal advice. Requirements can change at any time; always confirm with the relevant official authority before booking or travelling.

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