South Sudan for citizens of Japan

🔑 How to enter to South Sudan from Japan

To enter South Sudan, Japanese citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to South Sudan, check whether your Japanese passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering South Sudan and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Japanese passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Japanese passport.

✅ Requirements for Japanese citizens to visit South Sudan with tourist visa

• Japanese citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to South Sudan. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Japanese citizens on the territory of South Sudan is carried out on a commercial basis.

⚠ Citizens of Japan must obtain a visa in advance before traveling to South Sudan.

A South Sudanese tourist visa is required for Japanese citizens. At the discretion of the embassy staff, the visa can be issued strictly under the travel time line. When applying for a tourist visa to South Sudan, the applicant must be in person. You may applay for a South Sudanese tourist visa online.

✅ How to apply for South Sudan tourist visa from Japan

1. Prepare all required documents.
2. Complete the application form and attach all required documents.
3. Submit your visa application online.
4. Await processing of documents.
5. Receive your passports with visas. .

ℹ The processing time is usually standard, but may increase depending on the embassy's workload. Refusal may be received without explanation. The visa fee is non-refundable in case of refusal. The application must be submitted for each applicant separately and in person.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Japan require a visa to visit the South Sudan?

   Japanese citizens do not need a visa to visit the South Sudan.

2. What happens if a Japanese passport holder stays in South Sudan longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to South Sudan is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to South Sudan is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

3. Do citizens of Japan need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter South Sudan without a visa?

   South Sudanese immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

4. What documents are required for Japanese citizens to enter South Sudan without a visa?

   Japanese citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in South Sudan.

5. Can Japanese work or study during the visa-free stay in South Sudan?

   The South Sudan visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in South Sudan Japanese citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.