The embassy issues both regular visas and gratis visas, the latter for categories that are exempt from the fee — typically official, humanitarian and organisational travel. If your trip falls into one of those, say so, because it is not applied automatically.
Quick facts
Whatever the paperwork, the security assessment governs everything else. Conditions across much of South Sudan have been serious since independence, and the advisory should be read in full before a ticket is booked.
Fees breakdown
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Regular visa | Consular tariff | Tourism, business, visiting |
| Gratis visa | No fee | For qualifying categories |
| Yellow fever vaccination | Charged by your clinic | Required for entry |
| Specialist insurance | Considerably higher | Standard cover excludes it |
| South Sudanese citizens | No visa | They travel on their own passport |
Ordinary travel insurance will not cover South Sudan. Organisations working there arrange specialist cover and security, and an individual travelling to see family should understand the exclusions.
How to apply
- Read the current U.S. travel advisory in full.
- Write to the consular address about the category you need.
- Ask whether your purpose qualifies for a gratis visa.
- Arrange the yellow fever vaccination well ahead.
- Confirm insurance that explicitly covers the destination.
- Apply on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday and allow time.
Required documents
- Passport valid well beyond the intended stay.
- Completed application and photographs.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate.
- Invitation or organisational letter.
- Proof of lawful residence in the United States for third-country nationals.
- Insurance valid for the destination.
Where to apply
At the embassy in Washington, the only South Sudanese mission in the United States.
No offices currently listed.
Additional notes
Ask about the gratis visa
It exists as a published service. Whether your travel qualifies is worth one email before paying.
South Sudanese citizens need no visa
But they do need a current passport. See the passport page.
Insurance exclusions
Read the exclusions rather than the summary. Most policies name South Sudan.
Verify close to travel
Conditions and routes change. Confirm near the date.