Border post · South Africa to Eswatini

Nerston

MPUMALANGA · 26.57°S 30.79°E

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 Farm
    Guest house
    36.1 KM

Sources

  1. Border Management Authority, South African ports of entry (hours list) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  2. SARS Customs, list of border posts (last updated 20/12/2024) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  3. Wikipedia, Eswatini and South Africa border crossings table · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  4. Drive South Africa, South Africa border crossing guide (updated 29 July 2026) · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026