South Sudan Visa Requirements
For 🇪🇸 Spain passport holders
Spain passport holders must apply for a visa at a South Sudan embassy or consulate before traveling.
Spanish citizens require a visa to enter South Sudan. Due to ongoing civil conflict, humanitarian crisis, and extreme danger, all travel to South Sudan is strongly advised against.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
2 page(s) required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Entry Conditions
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity, visa obtained in advance, letter of invitation from sponsor in South Sudan, yellow fever vaccination.
Serious consequences including detention.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to South Sudan?
No. South Sudan is one of the world's most dangerous countries. Civil war, inter-ethnic violence, banditry, and lack of law enforcement create extreme risks. Violence against civilians and foreigners is common. All governments advise against all travel. Only humanitarian organizations with professional security operate there.
Why did South Sudan become independent?
South Sudan gained independence from Sudan on July 9, 2011, after a referendum in which 98.8% voted for separation. Decades of civil war between the Arab-Muslim north and largely Christian-animist south drove the independence movement. Unfortunately, civil conflict erupted in 2013 between factions, causing ongoing humanitarian crisis.
What wildlife exists in South Sudan?
Despite the conflict, South Sudan harbors significant wildlife. The Boma-Jonglei landscape hosts one of Africa's largest animal migrations - millions of white-eared kob, tiang, and Mongalla gazelle. Elephants, lions, and hippos survive in protected areas. However, none of this is safely accessible due to the security situation.
Can journalists or aid workers travel to South Sudan?
Humanitarian workers and journalists do operate in South Sudan but only with extensive security measures, armed escorts, and organizational support. UN and major NGOs maintain presence. Even with security protocols, incidents affecting international personnel occur. Individual travel without organizational support is extremely dangerous.
What is the Sudd wetland?
The Sudd is one of the world's largest wetlands, covering 30,000+ square kilometers when flooded. It forms where the White Nile spreads across South Sudan's flat terrain. The Sudd is ecologically important and home to diverse wildlife and the Nilotic peoples who depend on it. Access is impossible due to security conditions.