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You need a visa for South Sudan if you have a Bissau-Guinean passport

These visas exist for South Sudan, but they cannot be applied for online with Bissau-Guinean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to South Sudan Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Bissau-Guinean citizens need a visa for South Sudan. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What South Sudan may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
  • Two passport photos 35x45mm, white background
  • Invitation letter from host organization or sponsor
  • Confirmed flight itinerary and travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Bissau-Guinean travellers

These rules apply specifically to Bissau-Guinean passport holders entering South Sudan as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter South Sudan. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in South Sudan. The passport must have at least 1 blank page.

    Government of South Sudan Last checked 2026-08-07
  • Recommended

    Recommended vaccinations for South Sudan

    Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Meningococcal vaccine for areas that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.

    CDC - South Sudan Last checked 2026-08-07
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to South Sudan.

    Last checked 2026-08-07
  • May be required

    Visa may be required for transit

    Travelers may be required to obtain a visa to transit through South Sudan. Travelers should contact their nearest South Sudan embassy or consulate for further details.

    Last checked 2026-08-07

A look at South Sudan

  • Traditional fishing boats on the Sudd wetlands with papyrus reeds at golden hour in South Sudan
    The Sudd Wetlands — One of the world's largest freshwater ecosystems
  • Aerial view of Juba city center along the White Nile with modern buildings and traditional markets
    Juba — South Sudan's capital city on the banks of the White Nile
  • Herd of white-eared kob antelopes migrating across the grasslands of Boma National Park
    Boma National Park — Home to one of Africa's largest wildlife migrations
  • Sunset over the White Nile River near Juba with traditional boats and riverside vegetation
    The White Nile — Flowing through the heart of South Sudan

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