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 8 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