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South Sudan Travel Guide

Due to the unstable situation and very high level of general risk, traveling to South Sudan may be dangerous. Read more
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Tourist season

Are April and May good months to visit South Sudan?

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April

Shoulder
season

5

May

Off
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting South Sudan for tourism.

Visa obtained online (e-visa)

A visa is required, but can be obtained through the relevant website.

Did you know?

The population of South Sudan is around 11.19 mil., which puts the country in 192. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).

How far is it?

1. The site uses the Great Circle method of calculating distances between two points on the Earth
2. To change the cities for comparison, change Your Country in settings

The distance between Juba (SS) and Washington D.C. (US) is 6994 miles

To calculate distance between your location and Juba click here

Juba
Juba
Malakal
Wau
Yei
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.
Philadelphia
Houston
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York City
6994
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Safety

General travel safety level in South Sudan on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

4

Level 4 • Do not travel.

Update: 25 Mar 2024

Upcoming holidays

1 May 2024• Labour Day

16 May 2024• SPLA Day

Currency

South Sudanese Pound (SSP) - rate compared to selected currencies

100 SSP
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.71568
13973
GBP
0.61347
16301
USD
0.7677
13026
Update: 25 Apr 2024

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to South Sudan

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Distance matrix
MilesJubaRumbekSuddNimuleWauYeiMalakalBandingilo National Park
Juba-190228923178332559
Rumbek190-103277130201232201
Sudd228103-320180270129210
Nimule92277320-398101412127
Wau317130180398-310281331
Yei83201270101310-383142
Malakal325232129412281383-287
Bandingilo National Park59201210127331142287-

Practical Information for Travelers

  • Currency
  • Vaccinations
  • Visa
  • Electricity

Currency

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South Sudanese Pound (SSP)

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Exchange rates provided by Open Exchange Rates. Last update: 25 April 2024
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Vaccinations

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All travelers

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in South Sudan.

Routine vaccines

Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Most travelers

Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Malaria

Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.
Prevention
  • Take antimalarial meds
  • Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in South Sudan

Wysokie

Areas with malaria

All

Typhoid

Typhoid fever is an acute, systemic infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi.The source of the infection may include dirty water, raw fruits, vegetables, dairy products, as well as dirt containing bacteria.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever is an acute viral disease which is transmitted by virus-infected mosquitoes.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Prevent bug bites
Vaccination requirements

None

Some travelers

Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

Cholera

Cholera is a disease of the digestive tract caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.The most common infection occurs through the ingestion, mainly through water contaminated with human faeces, and also through food (mainly fruit, seafood). Less often by contact with the sick person and their environment.
Prevention
  • Eat and drink safely
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid sharing body fluids
  • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

Meningitis (Meningococcal disease)

Meningococcal disease is any illness caused by a type of bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis.Infection occurs through droplets - through contact with the secretion of the patient or the host, e.g. when coughing, sneezing, kissing or sharing cutlery or dishes.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Rabies

Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Keep away from animals
This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

With or without a visa?

Visa requirements for citizens of

United States
  • United States
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visiting flagSouth Sudan for tourism

Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
Visa obtained online (e-visa)

A visa is required, but can be obtained through the relevant website.

  • Obtainable online
  • Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel
  • International Certificate of Vaccination required.

Electricity

230V (50 Hz)

In South Sudan the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, D sockets are used.

Click on the socket icon to see more information
socket CType C
socket DType D

Facts and Figures

Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

Population

192 / 231
Ranking
11 193 725
Dinka 35.8%, Nuer 15.6%, Shilluk, Azande, Bari, Kakwa, Kuku, Murle, Mandari, Didinga, Ndogo, Bviri, Lndi, Anuak, Bongo, Lango, Dungotona, Acholi

Area

193 / 232
Ranking
239.3 thous. mi²
It is approximately 7% of the territory of United States.

Life expectancy

185 / 221
Ranking
58.6
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 56.9women 60.4

Median age

185 / 222
Ranking
18.6
Average age of population expressed in years.men 18.9women 18.3

Population growth

186 / 224
Ranking
5.05%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

175 / 210
Ranking
34.5%
Ability to read, write and count.men 40.3%women 28.9%

GDP

162 / 194
Ranking
1 496 INT$
GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population.
Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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