Mauritania to South Sudan visa requirements

eVisa

Mauritanian citizens must apply for a South Sudan eVisa online with typical processing time of 72 hours.

Last verified: 2026-02-06

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Entry type eVisa
Onward ticket Print and present eVisa at port of entry.

What Mauritania travellers need to know

If you hold a Mauritania passport and plan to visit South Sudan for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.

Mauritanian citizens must apply for a South Sudan eVisa online with typical processing time of 72 hours.

Typical stay guidance: Typically 90 days for single-entry tourist eVisa.

Passport rule: Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Health note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate likely required.

Apply online well in advance. Processing typically 72 hours.

Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mauritania to South Sudan.

Entry requirements

  • Apply online at www.evisa.gov.ss.
  • Processing time: typically 72 hours.
  • Print and present eVisa at port of entry.
  • Only Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda citizens have visa-free access.
  • Yellow Fever vaccination certificate likely required.

Stay

Typically 90 days for single-entry tourist eVisa.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow Fever vaccination certificate likely required.

Apply online well in advance. Processing typically 72 hours.

How to prepare (Mauritania → South Sudan)

  1. 1

    Apply on the official South Sudan eVisa portal before you travel.

  2. 2

    Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.

  3. 3

    Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.

  4. 4

    Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.

  5. 5

    Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Mauritania passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in South Sudan
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
  • Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Mauritania citizens need a visa for South Sudan?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Mauritania travellers need eVisa for tourism to South Sudan. Mauritanian citizens must apply for a South Sudan eVisa online with typical processing time of 72 hours.

How long can I stay in South Sudan on a Mauritania passport?

Typically 90 days for single-entry tourist eVisa.

What documents should Mauritania travellers carry to South Sudan?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate likely required.

Where can I verify South Sudan entry rules officially?

Start with: Official South Sudan eVisa Portal; South Sudan eVisa Eligibility. Requirements can change without notice.

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Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.