Sudan Sudan South Sudan South Sudan
Visa required

Sudanese citizens require a visa to enter South Sudan; an e-visa (eVisa) is available and is the recommended method for travel.

Last verified: 2026-02-09

At a glance

Max stay See requirements
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket A return or onward ticket is often required for the visa application.

Entry requirements

  • Despite being former regions of the same country, Sudanese citizens must now obtain a visa for South Sudan.
  • The eVisa can be applied for via the official government portal (evisa.gov.ss).
  • Applications typically require a passport scan, a recent digital photograph, and proof of accommodation.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is a mandatory requirement for all travelers entering South Sudan.

Stay

Single-entry tourist visas are normally valid for up to 30 days; multiple-entry options are available.

Passport

Passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination is MANDATORY. A valid international certificate of vaccination must be presented upon arrival.

Border conditions between Sudan and South Sudan can be fluid due to the security situation; check for current travel advisories. The eVisa system is the standard procedure for all foreign nationals not exempt.

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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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.