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South Sudan Visa for South Africa Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

South African citizens need an e-Visa for South Sudan, applied for online before travel — fee around USD 100 (tourist), processing 3–5 business days.

Guide last updated September 19, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with blank pages for entry stamps
  • Digital passport photo, plain background
  • Scanned copy of your passport bio page
  • Proof of return or onward travel
  • Proof of accommodation in South Sudan
  • Letter of invitation if visiting for business, NGO work, or family reasons
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, as it is generally required for entry
  • Travel health insurance strongly recommended given very limited healthcare infrastructure

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa: single entry, typically valid for a stay of up to 30 days
  • Business e-Visa: single entry, requires an invitation letter from a South Sudanese company or organization
  • NGO/Humanitarian Visa: for aid workers, usually requires additional sponsorship documentation from the employing organization

How to apply online

  • Apply through South Sudan's official e-Visa or embassy-linked online application system (referenced via south-sudanembassy.org and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at mfa.gov.ss)
  • Complete the online form with passport, travel, and sponsor details
  • Upload your passport scan, photo, invitation letter (if applicable), and yellow fever certificate
  • Pay the e-Visa fee online by card where accepted, or by bank transfer
  • Approval is issued by email as a PDF to print and present alongside your passport on arrival in Juba

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist e-Visa fee: approximately USD 100
  • Business/NGO e-Visa fee: typically higher, around USD 150–200
  • No separate service fee for direct applications through the official channel
  • Standard processing time: 3–5 business days
  • No express option is generally advertised — apply well ahead given the country's limited administrative capacity

Tips for South Africa travelers

  • Apply at least 2–3 weeks before travel to allow for processing delays and possible additional document requests
  • Common rejection reasons: missing invitation letter, incomplete vaccination proof, or unclear travel purpose
  • Check current South African government travel advisories closely, as South Sudan has significant security and conflict-related risks in parts of the country
  • Register with the nearest South African diplomatic mission covering South Sudan before travel
  • Carry both digital and printed copies of your e-Visa approval and vaccination certificate

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.