Netherlands to South Sudan visa requirements

Dutch passport holders need an eVisa to visit South Sudan. Apply online at the official portal (evisa.gov.ss) before you travel; there is no general visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry for Netherlands citizens. A Netherlands ordinary passport holder traveling to South Sudan for tourism or a short visit must obtain an eVisa before departure. South Sudan grants visa-free entry only to nationals of Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, and visa-on-arrival only to Burundi and Rwanda nationals (plus holders of diplomatic, official, service or special passports of any country). Dutch ordinary passport holders fall into none of these categories, so the electronic visa is the standard route. The eVisa is issued through the official Government of South Sudan portal at evisa.gov.ss, where applicants create an account, complete the form, upload a passport bio-page scan and biometric photo, and pay by credit/debit card. Single-entry visas are typically valid for a 90-day stay window and multiple-entry options (3-month and 6-month) are available. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond entry and contain a blank page. Standard processing is generally a few business days (commonly 2-5), though travelers should apply at least 1-2 weeks ahead. Note that South Sudan remains a high-risk destination subject to Dutch government travel advisories; verify the latest security situation and entry rules before booking, since the country's eVisa system and eServices portal are still being modernized.