South Sudan Visa Requirements
For 🇦🇺 Australia passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Malaria prophylaxis, Meningitis, Rabies, Cholera
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
South Sudan is one of the world's most dangerous countries. Civil conflict, inter-ethnic violence, widespread crime, and lack of rule of law make it extremely hazardous. Kidnapping, armed robbery, and violence against foreigners occur. Most governments advise against all travel. Only humanitarian workers with security support operate here.
Money & Costs
Currency
£ South Sudanese Pound (SSP)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $100 · Mid: $200 · Luxury: $400+
Tipping
Not applicable as tourism does not exist.
Practical Info
Power
Type C, D, 230V 50Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
No reliable emergency services.
Getting There
Main Airports
Juba (JUB)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
The dry season (December-March) would be the most practical time for travel if it were safe. The rainy season makes many roads impassable. However, due to the ongoing conflict and instability, no time is safe for tourism.
Cultural Notes
South Sudan gained independence in 2011 as the world's newest country. It has over 60 ethnic groups with the Dinka and Nuer being largest. Traditional cattle culture is important to many groups. The country has significant wildlife populations that survived the war, including some of Africa's largest animal migrations.
Insider Tips
English is the official language. The South Sudanese Pound is the currency but USD is preferred. Infrastructure is virtually non-existent outside Juba. No normal tourism exists. Travel is only possible with organized humanitarian or professional operations with security protocols.