Africa
South Sudan
- Capital
- Juba
- Population
- 12,188,788
- Currency
- South Sudanese Pound (SSP)
- Calling code
- +211
- Languages
- English
- 26missions
- 23embassies
- 2honorary consulates
South Sudan
Embassies and consulates in South Sudan
embassies in Juba
South Sudan hosts 26 foreign missions from 25 countries: 23 embassies, 2 honorary consulates and 1 other office. All 23 embassies are in the capital, Juba.
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All missions in South Sudan
By country
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Canada 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
Eritrea 1 embassy1 -
Ethiopia 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Kenya 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Niger 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Republic of the Congo 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
Sudan 1 embassy1 -
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Turkey 1 embassy1 -
Uganda 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1
Show all 25
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United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for South Sudan
South Sudan visa guide · 4 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 3 can enter visa-free, 2 get a visa on arrival and 193 need an e-Visa for South Sudan.
Visa statistics
US visas issued to citizens of South Sudan
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 201 | 79 |
| Student (F, M) | 99 | 57 |
| Exchange (J) | 18 | 7 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 88 | 65 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 1 | 1 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 285 | 122 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 28 | 23 |
| Total | 720 | 354 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 60.4% | 76.1% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 354 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of South Sudan, the 175th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Diplomatic and official visas (A, G) made up 34%, visitor visas 22% and work and treaty visas 18%. That is 51% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (720).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of South Sudan received 39, 84% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 76.1% for citizens of South Sudan in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 60.4%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
South Sudan’s own missions abroad
South Sudan’s embassies abroad (17)
In the other direction, South Sudan runs 17 missions in 16 countries. Its largest networks are in the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in South Sudan
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Christmas Eve
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
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New Year's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 23 embassies are in the capital, Juba. Italy has the most missions in South Sudan, 2.
Travel advice for South Sudan
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to South Sudan: the US State Department rates South Sudan at Level 4, do not travel (updated 16 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to South Sudan (updated 25 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for South Sudan (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in South Sudan?
Italy, with 2 missions.
Do I need a visa for South Sudan?
Of 198 passports, 3 can enter visa-free, 2 get a visa on arrival and 193 need an e-Visa for South Sudan; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in South Sudan closed?
On South Sudan’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Eve on Thursday 24 December 2026.