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South Sudan South Sudan Ethiopia Ethiopia
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South Sudanese citizens require a visa for Ethiopia, which can be obtained through the official e-visa portal or as a visa on arrival.

Last verified: 2026-02-11

At a glance

Max stay 30 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least six months from the arrival date with at least one blank page.
Entry type eVisa
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel from Ethiopia is required.

Entry requirements

  • The Ethiopia e-visa (evisa.gov.et) is the recommended method for obtaining a tourist visa due to its speed and convenience.
  • A Visa on Arrival (VoA) is also available for South Sudanese citizens at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
  • The standard tourist e-visa allows for a single entry for a stay of up to 30 days.

Stay

The e-visa allows a stay of up to 30 days.

Passport

Passport must be valid for at least six months from the arrival date with at least one blank page.

Health — Yellow fever

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Ethiopia.

Ensure the e-visa application is submitted at least 3 days before travel; if using VOA, have exact cash ready (approx. $52).

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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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