All country guides
- Capital
- Juba (JUB)
- Dialing Code
- + 211
- Time Zone
- UTC / GMT +3 hours
- Language
- English and Arabic
- Best Time to Go
- November - March
- Currency
- South Sudanese Pound (SSP)
Travel Tips
- All water should be regarded as a potential health risk, milk is unpasteurised
- There are many restrictions on photography and decisions are often made on the spot. Before taking photographs, check for local authorities in the area and enquire
- There are currently no ATM facilities in South Sudan, bring cash in USD
- Areas of South Sudan may be under conflict
Last updated 21 October 2026
Visa Guide
Foreign Representation in South Africa
Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan
54 Amos Street, Colbyn, Pretoria, 0083
Telephone: 012 342 9754/0992
Public Holidays
2026
January: 1
March: 20
April: 3 - 6
May: 1, 16, 27
July: 9, 30
December: 24 - 26
Visa Requirements
Visas are required by South African passport holders
Some nationalities may be able to apply online: www.evisa.gov.ss. This currently does not include South Africa
Requirements:
Applications to the embassy may be sent via courier, or in person.
- 1 Completed visa application form (5A) - legible and in capital letters. Double-sided copies will not be accepted
- 2 Recent passport photos (colour and original and clear)
- Passport (valid for a minimum of 6 months) with 1 blank page in the passport, plus photocopy
- Proof of payment of visa fee
- Copy of Yellow Fever certificate/vaccination
- Proof of sufficient financial resources: bank statements, or sponsor / guarantor in Sudan
- Return air ticket
- Letter from employer
- For business visa: letter of invitation, proof of business appointments
Additional documents may be requested
Visa Processing Time
5 - 7 working days
Visa Validity
Single Entry: 30 Days
Multiple Entry: 90 Days
Visa Cost
Application fee is non-refundable. Contact the Embassy for exchange rate on the day
- Single Entry: US$100
- Multiple Entry: US$200
Health / Vaccinations
Compulsory:
Yellow Fever
Recommended:
Hepatitis A & B, Meningitis, Rabies, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio
Malaria Risk
South African Representative Abroad
South African Embassy
House No 28, DDR Avenue, Southern Block K 3 K, Tong Ping, Juba
Telephone: + 27 211 922 000 440
Email: juba.dha@dirco.gov.za
Website: dirco.gov.za/juba

