Uganda
South Sudan
South Sudan visa for Ugandan citizens
Entry requirement
Ugandan citizens can enter South Sudan without a visa.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at embrssug.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South Sudanese citizens travelling to Uganda
South SudanUganda Visa-free, 180 days Uganda visa for citizens of South Sudan
Travel advice for South Sudan
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Ugandan citizens planning a trip to South Sudan can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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).
Good to know
How long Ugandan citizens can stay in South Sudan
No maximum stay in South Sudan is given in the data for Ugandan citizens; the border officer sets it on entry.
South Sudan’s neighbours for Ugandan citizens
Kenya admits Ugandan citizens visa-free. The Central African Republic and Sudan require Ugandan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South Sudanese citizens travelling to Uganda
South Sudanese citizens do not need a visa for Uganda: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Uganda and South Sudan.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for South Sudan?
Ugandan citizens can enter South Sudan without a visa.
Do South Sudanese citizens need a visa for Uganda?
South Sudanese citizens do not need a visa for Uganda: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
Can Ugandan citizens enter South Sudan visa-free?
Yes, Ugandan citizens can enter South Sudan without a visa.
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.