South Sudan visa requirements for Rwandan citizens
Rwandan citizens get a visa on arrival in South Sudan.
RWA
Rwanda
SSD
South Sudan
Visa on arrival
Border staff may grant a transit visa if you arrange it before travel.
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- On arrival
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Special rules for Rwandan citizens in South Sudan
Rwandan passport holders can get a visa on arrival
- Get a South Sudan visa on arrival or an eVisa.
What to do
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo.
Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
Queue at the visa-on-arrival desk before immigration in South Sudan.
Ways into South Sudan
Apply at an embassy. Check fees and visa-free rules before travel.
eVisaOnline visa service unclearThe government offers an online visa page, but processing is unconfirmed.
How to apply
- Ask an embassy if online applications are open.
- If open, use the official government portal.
- Create an account and fill in the form.
- Pay by credit or debit card.
- Download your approved visa and show it on arrival.
- The advertised 3-day service is unconfirmed.
- An open website does not prove applications are being processed.
Visa on arrivalAirport transit on arrivalBorder staff may grant a transit visa if you arrange it before travel.
How to apply
- Arrange your transit visa with border officials before travel.
- Confirm the arrangement with your airline.
- Show your required papers at the airport.
- Approval is not guaranteed; this does not establish tourist visas on arrival.
- The published airport rules date from 2021.
Visa requiredSingle-entry tourist visaA visa for tourists entering South Sudan once.
- Processing
- 10 days
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Fill in and sign the embassy form.
- Submit your passport and other required papers.
- Pay the fee.
- Collect your passport or arrange its return.
Documents required
- Passport
- Signed application form
- Passport photo
- Return ticket
- South Sudan address
- 1 blank page
- Hotel booking
- London requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate. vaccine
- Applying does not mean your visa will be approved.
- No general tourist stay limit is given.
Visa requiredMultiple-entry tourist visaA visa for repeat visits, if the embassy approves your travel plans.
- Processing
- 7 days
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Ask if the embassy offers visas for repeat visits.
- Submit its form and required papers.
- Pay the fee and collect the decision.
- Availability depends on the embassy and your reason for travel.
Sources (11)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Ministry of Interior — Official e-Visa Portal
- Directorate of Civil Registry, Nationality, Passports and Immigration — eServices
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation — Visas
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation — Types of Visas
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation — Visa Eligibility
- South Sudan Embassy in Washington — Visa Services
- South Sudan Embassy in London — Visa Information & Requirements
- South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority — National Regulations and Requirements
- Ministry of Labour — Work Permit Applications
- Ministry of Labour — Frequently Asked Questions
- Government of India — Diplomatic Missions Directory, South Sudan embassy
Coming from Rwanda
- MoneySSP £
- Time+1h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageEnglishSpoken at home too
- Emergency999 police
Planning your South Sudan trip
- Nimule National ParkSee East African wildlife.
- Rumbec Freedom SquareVisit this square in Rumbek.
- White NileEnjoy river views from restaurants on its banks, including Da Vinci and Afex.
- Sinking ship near AfexAfex restaurant has a view of this distinctive ship.
Scams to watch for in South Sudan
- Armed robbery and muggingForeign visitors have been robbed or mugged, including in armed attacks. Walking around Juba carries a high crime risk. No specific approach or distraction method is described.
- Street money-changing riskStreet money changers offer currency exchange while displaying stacks of cash. Caution is advised, but no specific fraud method or frequency is described.
About South Sudan
South Sudan is a landlocked republic in East Africa and the youngest sovereign state on Earth.
- Capital
- Juba
- Money
- South Sudanese pound (£)
- Languages
- English
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +211
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Going to South Sudan
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Questions
Are there special rules for Rwandan citizens visiting South Sudan?
Rwandan passport holders can get an eVisa or a visa on arrival for South Sudan.
Do rwandan citizens need a visa for South Sudan?
Rwandan citizens get a visa on arrival in South Sudan.
Can I get the South Sudan visa at the airport?
Yes. Rwandan citizens get the visa when they land in South Sudan. Carry cash for the fee, a passport photo, your return ticket and hotel details.
Do south sudanese citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
South Sudanese citizens do not need a visa for Rwanda. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 180 days.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to South Sudan?
Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near South Sudan are easier for rwandan citizens?
Angola, Central African Republic, Chad, DR Congo São Tomé and Príncipe, and 3 more let rwandan citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to South Sudan?
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo. Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
What money is used in South Sudan?
South Sudanese pound (£). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in South Sudan?
English.
How strong is the Rwanda passport?
It ranks #71 and reaches 61 destinations without applying ahead.
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