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South Sudan entry requirements
What you need to enter South Sudan: visa rules by passport, vaccines, arrival airports and practical details for your trip.
Travel advice. Many governments advise against all or all but essential travel. Check your foreign ministry's travel advice before you plan anything.
Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the embassy before you book.
Visa rules by passport
| Passports | Entry | Fee | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| All 14 passports we cover | eVisa | US$100 (30 days) | — |
Most EU passports: US$100 for 30 days single entry, US$200 for 90 days multiple entry. Print the approval and carry it.
Detailed guide for your passport
Health and vaccines
Yellow fever. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all arriving travellers (usually from 9 months or 1 year of age).
Malaria. Malaria is present across most of the country. Ask a travel clinic about antimalarial tablets.
Routine vaccines should be up to date. Travel clinics commonly also discuss hepatitis A, typhoid and, for longer rural stays, rabies. Book 6 to 8 weeks before departure.
Practical details
- Capital
- Juba
- Currency
- South Sudanese pound (SSP)
- Languages
- English, Arabic
- Plug types
- C, D
- Best time
- December to March
- Main airports
- Juba (JUB)
Highlights of South Sudan
- Boma National Park
- The White Nile at Juba
Frequently asked questions
Do EU citizens need a visa for South Sudan?
Yes. Most EU passport holders need a visa (evisa); the fee is US$100 (30 days).
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for South Sudan?
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all arriving travellers (usually from 9 months or 1 year of age).
Is there malaria in South Sudan?
Malaria is present across most of the country. Ask a travel clinic about antimalarial tablets.
What is the best time to visit South Sudan?
December to March is generally the best time to visit.
What currency is used in South Sudan?
The currency is the South Sudanese pound (SSP). Cards work in cities and larger hotels; carry some cash for markets and rural areas.
Sources
- WHO: Yellow fever vaccination requirements, country list
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for German citizens (EU reference)
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for British citizens
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for United States citizens
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