Where does Qacha's Nek border post go?

It crosses to Qacha's Nek in Lesotho. The nearest South African town is Matatiele.

Border post · South Africa to Lesotho

Qacha's Nek

Q: What time does Qacha's Nek border post open and close?

06:00 to 22:00 on the South African side. A Wikipedia map label gives 08:00 to 20:00; the BMA list, the Wikipedia table and Drive South Africa give 06:00 to 22:00..

EASTERN CAPE · 30.13°S 28.69°E

Short answer: Qacha's Nek border post is open from 06:00 to 22:00 on the South African side (checked 7 October 2026). It crosses to Qacha's Nek in Lesotho.

Closed by the BMA on 29 July 2026 for heavy snow. I found no reopening notice; snow closures usually last days, but check before you travel.

Hours06:00 to 22:00

Other sideQacha's Nek (Lesotho)

Nearest townMatatiele

What to know

A Wikipedia map label gives 08:00 to 20:00; the BMA list, the Wikipedia table and Drive South Africa give 06:00 to 22:00.

High mountain post; snow can close it in winter.

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 Lesotho before you go.

StaySightsEat & drinkHikingFishing

Places to stay within 40 km

Matatiele Caravan Park
Campsite
25.7 KM

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, Lesotho 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
BMA, closure of Qacha's Nek port of entry (29 July 2026) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026