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South Sudan Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Egyptian citizens can apply for South Sudan's e-Visa online or through the South Sudan Embassy in Cairo; e-Visa fee around USD 100, processing 3-7 business days.

Guide last updated October 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Completed online e-Visa application or embassy visa form
  • Passport-size digital photo
  • Letter of invitation from a host or company in South Sudan (often required)
  • Proof of accommodation and return ticket
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
  • Biometrics taken on arrival at Juba International Airport
  • Travel health insurance recommended

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa - single entry, 30 days, fee approx USD 100
  • Business e-Visa - single entry, 30 days, fee approx USD 150, requires sponsor letter
  • Entry/Exit visa (embassy) - for longer or multiple-entry needs, processed by the South Sudan Embassy in Cairo

How to apply online

  • Apply via the South Sudan e-Visa portal, or submit documents directly at the South Sudan Embassy in Cairo (southsudanembassy.org)
  • Upload passport bio-page, photo, invitation letter and yellow fever certificate
  • Pay the e-Visa fee online by card (USD)
  • Processing time: 3-7 business days; approval emailed as a PDF to print and present on arrival
  • Immigration at Juba Airport verifies the e-Visa and completes entry formalities, including biometric capture

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist e-Visa: USD 100
  • Business e-Visa: USD 150
  • No extra service fee for direct portal use; embassy applications may add a courier fee
  • Standard processing: 3-7 business days
  • No official express option; allow extra time during periods of system downtime

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply at least 2 weeks ahead, since the e-Visa system can experience outages
  • Common rejection reason: missing invitation letter or incomplete yellow fever documentation
  • Check current travel advisories, as parts of South Sudan have ongoing security concerns
  • If the online portal fails, the South Sudan Embassy in Cairo can process the visa manually
  • Extensions must be requested at the Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Immigration in Juba

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.