Uganda to South Sudan visa requirements
Ugandan citizens are listed under South Sudan’s visa waiver countries and can obtain a South Sudan visa free of charge, including on arrival at Juba International Airport.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Uganda travellers need to know
If you hold a Uganda passport and plan to visit South Sudan for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.
Ugandan citizens are listed under South Sudan’s visa waiver countries and can obtain a South Sudan visa free of charge, including on arrival at Juba International Airport.
Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Carry a passport that remains valid for your full stay in South Sudan, with blank pages for stamps where required.
Confirm current documentary requirements and whether advance issuance is required for your specific purpose of visit with official South Sudan authorities before travel.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Uganda to South Sudan.
Entry requirements
- The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Uganda lists Uganda among waiver countries (Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi) and states they can obtain a visa for free at the embassy or on arrival at Juba International Airport (JIA).
- The same embassy page lists typical entry/visa documentation such as a passport valid at least 6 months and a yellow fever vaccination card; additional documents may be requested depending on the purpose of travel.
Confirm current documentary requirements and whether advance issuance is required for your specific purpose of visit with official South Sudan authorities before travel.
How to prepare (Uganda → South Sudan)
- 1
Confirm Uganda passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in South Sudan.
- 2
Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.
- 3
Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
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Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.
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Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.
Documents checklist
- Valid Uganda passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in South Sudan
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Uganda citizens need a visa for South Sudan?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Uganda travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to South Sudan. Ugandan citizens are listed under South Sudan’s visa waiver countries and can obtain a South Sudan visa free of charge, including on arrival at Juba International Airport.
How long can I stay in South Sudan on a Uganda passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official South Sudan immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Uganda travellers carry to South Sudan?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.
Where can I verify South Sudan entry rules officially?
Start with: Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Uganda — Visa Application. Requirements can change without notice.
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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.