South Sudan Visa Policy

You can realize your planned trip to South Sudan by obtaining a South Sudan visa. Foreign nationals can apply to South Sudan Visa for purposes of tourism, business, family visit, study, and other nuances.

South Sudan E-visa is an online way to obtain a visa to realize a trip to South Sudan. Nationals of all countries are eligible for South Sudan E-visa except Egypt and Tanzania, whose citizens are visa-exempted.

The South Sudan E-visa varies depending on its length of duration:

• Single entry E-visa
• 3-month multiple entry E-visa
• 6-months multiple entry E-visa

Travelers who have obtained a South Sudan e-Visa online can use it to enter the country by air (to Juba International Airport), by a river, or by land at the following border crossings:

• Nimule
• Nadapal
• Kaya
• Renk
• Majok-Nyin-Thiou

Required Documents for South Sudan E-visa

1. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.

 2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Vaccination Certificate

• Yellow Fever certificate

4. For Tourism:

• Proof of Accommodation

5. For Business:

• Invitation Letter
  • From a company in South Sudan

• Recommendation Letter
  • From Employer in South Sudan

6. For Official/Diplomatic:

• A Verbal Note

7. For Education:

• Acceptance Letter
  • From a university in South Sudan

*Additional documents may be required.

Processing Time for South Sudan E-visa Visa

The average processing time for a South Sudan E-visa is 3-5 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

South Sudan E-visa Fee

South Sudan Single Entry E-visa fee:

For Nationals of:

• United States of America – 160 USD
• Central African Republic, Congo Democratic Republic, Kenya, Rwanda, Sudan, Uganda– 50 USD
• Other countries – 100 USD

South Sudan 3 Months Multiple Entry E-visa fee:

For Nationals of:

• United States of America – 500 USD
• Central African Republic, Congo Democratic Republic, Kenya, Rwanda, Sudan, Uganda – 125 USD
• Other countries – 200 USD

South Sudan 6 Months Multiple Entry E-visa fee:

For Nationals of:

• Central African Republic, Congo Democratic Republic, Kenya, Rwanda, Sudan, Uganda – 250 USD
• Other countries – 350 USD

Note:

• South Sudan 6 Months Multiple Entry E-visa is not available for nationals of the United States of America.
• South Sudan E-visa fee is free of charge for nationals of South Africa (For less than 30 days stay).

Where to Apply for South Sudan E-visa?

You can apply to a South Sudan E-visa through this website.

Nationals of Botswana, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda can obtain South Sudan Visa on Arrival.

Required Documents for South Sudan Visa on Arrival

1. Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

3. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

4. Vaccination Certificate

• Yellow fever certificate

*Additional documents may be required.

South Sudan Visa on Arrival Fee

South Sudan Visa on Arrival fee is 50-100 USD.

South Sudan Visas via Embassy

If you cannot apply for South Sudan E-visa, you can apply for a visa via South Sudan Embassies. The reasons for applying for South Sudan visas can be tourism, business visiting family and friends, and many other nuances. You can check all the required documents for each type of visa application, visa fees, processing time, and where to apply for a visa below.

South Sudan Tourist Visa

South Sudan Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit South Sudan for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for a South Sudan Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities. You can check all the required documents for each type of visa application, visa fees, processing time, and where to apply for a visa below.

Required Documents for South Sudan Tourist Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Vaccination Certificate

• Yellow fever certificate

7. Flight Ticket Reservation

• Roundtrip ticket booking

8. Proof of Accommodation

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

9. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statements, cash, traveler’s cheques, vouchers, etc.

10. For Minors:

• Copy of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Letter of consent from parent/s or legal guardian/s, if traveling unaccompanied

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for South Sudan Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a South Sudan Tourist visa is 5-14 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

South Sudan Tourist Visa Fee

South Sudan Tourist visa fee is 50-205 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for South Sudan Tourist Visa?

You will apply for a South Sudan Tourist visa in South Sudan visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

South Sudan Business Visa

South Sudan Business visa gives you the authorization to enter South Sudan and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities such as attending meetings or conferences, conducting or attending the training, conducting internal audits, installing equipment, or performing other temporary services for a client, local affiliate, or branch office.

Required Documents for South Sudan Business Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Vaccination Certificate

• Yellow fever certificate

7. Flight Ticket Reservation

• Roundtrip ticket booking

8. Proof of Accommodation

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

9. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statements, cash, traveler’s cheques, vouchers, etc.

10. Invitation Letter

• Addressed to Embassy of South Sudan from your organization in South Sudan indicating the purpose of travel
• Registration Certificate of Company/Organization

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for South Sudan Business Visa

The average processing time for a South Sudan Business visa is 5-14 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

South Sudan Business Visa Fee

South Sudan Business visa fee is 50-205 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for South Sudan Business Visa?

You will apply for a South Sudan Business visa in South Sudan visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends Visa

South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends visa allows you to travel to South Sudan to visit your family or friends who are legally residing in South Sudan, up to the expiration date of your visa validity.

Required Documents for South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Vaccination Certificate

• Yellow fever certificate

7. Flight Ticket Reservation

• Roundtrip ticket booking

8. Proof of Accommodation

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

9. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statements, cash, traveler’s cheques, vouchers, etc.

10. Proof of Kinship

• Relationship between the applicant and family members/friends
  • Marriage Certificate
  • Birth Certificate

11. Entry Permit

• It is required from the concerned family/friends through Immigration Department in South Sudan

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends Visa

The average processing time for a South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends visa is 5-14 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends Visa Fee

South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends visa fee is 50-205 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends Visa?

You will apply for a South Sudan Visiting Family and Friends visa in South Sudan visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

South Sudan Diplomatic, Official and Service Visa

South Sudan Diplomatic, Official, and Service Visa is an entry permit for you to participate in meetings, consultations, negotiations, exchange programs, other events held in South Sudan by intergovernmental organizations.

Required Documents for South Sudan Diplomatic, Official, and Service Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Vaccination Certificate

• Yellow fever certificate

7. Flight Ticket Reservation

• Roundtrip ticket booking

8. Proof of Accommodation

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

9. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statements, cash, traveler’s cheques, vouchers, etc.

10. A Verbal Note

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for South Sudan Diplomatic, Official and Service Visa

The average processing time for a South Sudan Diplomatic, Official and Service visa is 5-14 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

South Sudan Diplomatic, Official and Service Visa Fee

South Sudan Diplomatic, Official and Service visa is free of charge.

Where to Apply for South Sudan Diplomatic, Official and Service Visa?

You will apply for South Sudan Diplomatic, Official and Service visa in South Sudan visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

South Sudan Study Visa

Foreign nationals who visit South Sudan for study, training, and research can apply for South Sudan Study Visa.

Required Documents for South Sudan Study Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Vaccination Certificate

• Yellow fever certificate

7. Flight Ticket Reservation

• Roundtrip ticket booking

8. Proof of Accommodation

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

9. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statements, cash, traveler’s cheques, vouchers, etc.

10. Acceptance Letter

• From University in South Sudan

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for South Sudan Study Visa

The average processing time for a South Sudan Study visa is 5-14 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

South Sudan Study Visa Fee

South Sudan Study visa fee is 50-205 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for South Sudan Study Visa?

You will apply for a South Sudan Study visa in South Sudan visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.