🇸🇦Saudi Arabia

🇸🇸South SudanSA-SS

Saudi Arabia to South Sudan visa requirements

Q: Is there a visa on arrival for Saudi passport holders?

No. Visa-on-arrival is restricted to a few specific nationalities and to diplomatic/official/service passports. Ordinary Saudi passports must arrange a visa in advance.

Q: How much does the South Sudan e-Visa cost for a Saudi national?

Saudi nationals fall in the Gulf nationals band, with a fee of approximately USD 100, set on a reciprocity basis, plus any card processing surcharge.

Q: How long does the e-Visa take to process?

The portal indicates the e-Visa PDF can be downloaded within about 72 hours, though it is wise to allow several business days before travel.

Q: How long can I stay and is it single or multiple entry?

The e-Visa is typically a single-entry visa for ordinary passports allowing a short stay of up to about 30 days. Multiple-entry visas are generally limited to diplomatic and official passports.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to South Sudan?

No. South Sudan is in East Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen short-stay rule and ETIAS do not apply.

A Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holder needs a visa for South Sudan and should apply online for the South Sudan e-Visa before travel through the official portal (evisa.gov.ss). There is no visa-free entry and no visa-on-arrival for ordinary Saudi passports. As a Gulf nationality, the tourist/visit e-Visa fee is approximately USD 100, typically single-entry, issued within about 72 hours. South Sudan does not grant visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders. Instead, South Sudan operates a government e-Visa system (evisa.gov.ss) open to citizens of all countries, and this is the recommended and standard channel for a short tourist or visit trip. Saudi nationals fall under the "Gulf nationals" fee band, charged roughly USD 100 for the visa, set on a reciprocity basis. The application is fully online: create an account, complete the form, upload a passport bio-page and photo, pay by credit/debit card, and download an e-Visa PDF, usually within about 72 hours. Ordinary passports are normally issued single-entry visas; multiple-entry is generally reserved for diplomatic and official passports. Note that some embassy channels (such as the South Sudan Embassy in Washington, DC) list the online application as temporarily suspended at times and revert to in-person/postal embassy applications, so travelers should verify the e-Visa portal is operational before relying on it and keep the nearest South Sudan embassy/consulate as a fallback. South Sudan is in East Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Passports must generally be valid for at least 6 months. Given that no confirmed visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel exists for ordinary Saudi passports, the correct verdict is e-Visa (visa required, obtained electronically).

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

e-Visa (tourist / visit), obtained online before travel

Maximum stay

Typically up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry (ordinary passports); multiple entry generally only for diplomatic/official passports

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 100 (Gulf nationals band; set by reciprocity)

consular fee only

Processing time

Around 72 hours (allow several business days)

standard track

Validity

Commonly up to 90 days from issue to enter

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an e-Visa

As a Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holder you cannot enter South Sudan visa-free or with visa-on-arrival; you must obtain an e-Visa (or an embassy visa) before departure.

· e-Visa required· Apply before travel

/02

Prepare your documents

Have a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a digital passport bio-page scan, a recent passport-style photo, your travel/accommodation details, and a payment card ready.

· Passport 6+ months· Digital scans

/03

Create an account on evisa.gov.ss

Go to the official portal, search your nationality to confirm eligibility, then register an account to start the application.

· Official portal only· Check eligibility

/04

Complete the application form

Fill in personal, passport, and trip details (purpose: tourism/visit), and upload the required passport scan and photo.

· Select tourist/visit· Upload documents

/05

Pay the visa fee

Pay the e-Visa fee (approx. USD 100 for Gulf nationals) online by credit or debit card and keep the payment receipt.

· ~USD 100· Card payment

/06

Receive and print the e-Visa

Download the e-Visa PDF (usually within about 72 hours) and print a copy to present on arrival with your passport.

· PDF by email· Print before flight

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Saudi Arabia -> South Sudan · e-Visa (tourist / visit), obtained online before travel

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond entry, with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved South Sudan e-Visa PDF (printed copy)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredDigital passport bio-page scan for the application

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredCredit/debit card for the ~USD 100 fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedAccommodation / hotel booking details

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalInvitation or host letter (if visiting someone or an organization)

Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements

optional

OptionalProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

optional

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesSouth Sudan Official e-Visa Portal (evisa.gov.ss)Embassy of South Sudan (Washington, DC) - Visa Services & Fees Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, South Sudan - Visas

Application link included: South Sudan Official e-Visa Portal (evisa.gov.ss)

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

e-Visa fee (Gulf nationals)USD 100Saudi Arabia falls in the Gulf nationals band; fee set on reciprocity

Card / payment processingUSD 0-5Possible bank or gateway surcharge on online payment

Embassy visa (fallback)USD 100If the e-Visa portal is suspended, apply via a South Sudan embassy/consulate

Total estimateUSD 100 — USD 105incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa (online)

About 72 hours (allow 3-5 business days)

Apply on evisa.gov.ss, pay by card, and download the e-Visa PDF; recommended channel.

Embassy / consular visa

Around 10 business days

In-person or postal application at a South Sudan embassy; used if the online portal is temporarily suspended.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-free agreement

South Sudan has no visa waiver for Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders, so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

No visa-on-arrival for ordinary passports

Visa-on-arrival is limited to a few nationalities and to diplomatic/official/service passports, not ordinary Saudi passports.

High

/03

e-Visa open to all nationalities

South Sudan's e-Visa system is available to citizens of all countries, making it the practical route for Saudi tourists.

High

/04

Reciprocity-based fee

Fees are set by nationality band; Saudi (Gulf) nationals pay approximately USD 100.

Medium

/05

Portal availability varies

The online application has at times been listed as temporarily suspended, requiring an embassy application instead.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Saudi Arabia to S. Sudan route verified

Confirmed via the official South Sudan e-Visa portal, the South Sudan embassy fee schedule, and the MoFAIC visa page that Saudi ordinary passport holders require a pre-arranged e-Visa (Gulf band, approx. USD 100, single entry); no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel exists.

/09 — The questions