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South Sudanese Tourist eVisa

The official online visa for travellers visiting South Sudan for tourism and leisure, applied for in advance before you arrive.

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Stay length (commonly cited as up to 90 days), number of entries, the tourist visa fee for each nationality, and whether a yellow fever certificate is mandatory are not published on the official eVisa portal — verify before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official South Sudan government website before you apply.
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Official name
Republic of South Sudan eVisa (tourism)
Route type
Electronic visa applied for online before travel
Where to apply
Official eVisa portal, evisa.gov.ss
Processing time
e-Visa PDF available within 72 hours (per the official portal)
Passport validity
At least 180 days from date of arrival
Stated in the official embassy visa guidance
Stay / entries
Not published on the official portal
Third-party guides cite up to 90 days single entry; unverified

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals visiting South Sudan for tourism or short visits whose nationality is eligible to apply online
  • Travellers who want approval before departure rather than a visa at an embassy or on arrival

Requirements

  • A passport valid for at least 180 days from the arrival date
  • A recent passport-style photograph and passport bio-data page
  • Payment of the visa fee by credit or debit card through the portal
  • Supporting documents such as accommodation and travel details may be requested; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is commonly required (confirm current requirement with the authority)

What you can do

  • Enter South Sudan for tourism and leisure for the period granted on the visa
  • Present the printed or saved PDF eVisa with your passport at the port of entry for verification

How to apply

  • Create an account on evisa.gov.ss and complete the visa application form
  • Upload the required documents and photograph
  • Pay the visa fee online by credit or debit card
  • Download your e-Visa PDF (available within 72 hours) and carry it for arrival

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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