The ambassador of Spain to South Africa is the official representative of the Kingdom of Spain to the Republic of South Africa. It is also accredited to the Union of Comoros, the Kingdom of Lesotho, the Republic of Madagascar and the Republic of Mauritius.
South Africa and Spain established diplomatic relations in 1951. In 1960, the permanent representation in Pretoria was elevated to the rank of embassy.
Jurisdiction
- : The ambassador is responsible for South AfricaâÂÂSpain relations. The Embassy's Consular Section provides consular protection to Pretoria, the Northeast part of the country and Lesotho, while the Consulate General in Cape Town offers consular services to the West and South parts of the country, as well as the republics of Comoros, Madagascar and Mauritius. In addition, an honorary consul resides in Durban and an honorary vice-consul in Gqeberha.
The ambassador is also accredited to:
- : Diplomatic relations were established on 1 March 1983. Spain has an honorary vice-consul in Moroni.
- : Since 3 May 1976 both countries maintain diplomatic relations. Spain has an honorary consulate with residence in Maseru.
- : On 25 March 1966, both nations established diplomatic relations. Spain has an honorary consulate in Antananarivo.
- : Diplomatic relations were established on 30 May 1979. An honorary consul resides at Port Louis.
In the past, this ambassador was also accredited to Malawi (1971âÂÂ1977).
List of ambassadors
See also
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