Border post · South Africa to Eswatini
Nerston
Short answer: Nerston border post is open from 08:00 to 18:00 on the South African side (checked 7 October 2026). It crosses to Sandlane in Eswatini.
Hours08:00 to 18:00
Other sideSandlane (Eswatini)
Nearest townAmsterdam
RoadR65 / MR19
What to know
Bring your passport, the vehicle's registration papers and, for a hired car, the rental company's letter of authority to take it across. Check the rules for Eswatini before you go.
StaySightsEat & drinkHikingFishing
Places to stay within 40 km
1- Emahlathini Guest Farm36.1 KMGuest house
Sources
- Border Management Authority, South African ports of entry (hours list) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
- SARS Customs, list of border posts (last updated 20/12/2024) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
- Wikipedia, Eswatini and South Africa border crossings table · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
- Drive South Africa, South Africa border crossing guide (updated 29 July 2026) · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026