South Sudan
Republic of the Congo
Republic of the Congo visa for South Sudanese citizens
Entry requirement
South Sudanese citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Republic of the Congo visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Republic of the Congo visa?
Tourist and visit visa (15-day or 91-day visa in Paris)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Paris: 15 days or 91 days depending on the visa bought. Washington: tourist visa valid three months (90 days) with multiple entries; six months for US citizens.
- Fee
- €55
- Processing time
- Washington: 7 to 10 business days, no rush service. Paris: express service available at double the fee.
All visa types for the Republic of the Congo
For the tourist visa, the Republic of the Congo’s official sources give a standard fee of €55, and applications are made on ambacongofr.org. Processing time, as the Republic of the Congo states it: Washington: 7 to 10 business days, no rush service. Paris: express service available at double the fee. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Paris: 15 days or 91 days depending on the visa bought. Washington: tourist visa valid three months (90 days) with multiple entries; six months for US citizens.
Missions of the Republic of the Congo in South Sudan
The Republic of the Congo has 1 mission in South Sudan, with its embassy in Juba.
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo travelling to South Sudan
Republic of the CongoSouth Sudan e-Visa South Sudan visa for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
Travel advice for the Republic of the Congo
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
South Sudanese citizens planning a trip to the Republic of the Congo can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of the Republic of the Congo (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Republic of the Congo (updated 22 October 2026).
Good to know
How long South Sudanese citizens can stay in the Republic of the Congo
How long South Sudanese citizens may stay in the Republic of the Congo is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How South Sudanese citizens apply
In South Sudan, applications go to the embassy of the Republic of the Congo in Juba, or to a visa centre acting for the Republic of the Congo; fees, documents and processing times are published by the Republic of the Congo.
The Republic of the Congo’s neighbours for South Sudanese citizens
The Central African Republic and Angola require South Sudanese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo travelling to South Sudan
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for South Sudan, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do South Sudanese citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
South Sudanese citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo, obtained before travel.
Where is the embassy of the Republic of the Congo in South Sudan?
The embassy of the Republic of the Congo in South Sudan is in Juba.
How much does the Republic of the Congo tourist visa cost?
The Republic of the Congo’s official sources give a standard fee of €55 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Washington: 7 to 10 business days, no rush service. Paris: express service available at double the fee.
Do citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for South Sudan?
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for South Sudan, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can South Sudanese citizens enter the Republic of the Congo visa-free?
No; South Sudanese citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.