South Sudanese Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, South Sudanese passport holders can visit 17 countries visa-free, plus 50 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The South Sudanese passport is ranked #176 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The South Sudanese passport grants access to a total of 17 countries visa-free. Additionally, travelers can obtain an e-visa prior to departure for 36 nations. Upon arrival, visas are available for 14 destinations. Regrettably, a visa is mandatory for entry into 125 countries.

South Sudan is a landlocked country in East-Central Africa. Its population is approximately 10 million people. The country gained independence from Sudan on July 9, 2011, making it the newest recognized sovereign state.

The South Sudanese passport is issued to citizens of South Sudan for international travel. It is a biometric passport. The citizens of South Sudan are also known as South Sudanese.

Some destinations that require a visa for South Sudanese passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for South Sudanese passport holders are Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Kenya, Tanzania and Botswana.

Visa free countries

So, where can South Sudaneses travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where South Sudan citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Americas

🇧🇧 Barbados (90 days)
🇩🇲 Dominica (21 days)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (3 months)
🇸🇷 Suriname (90 days)

Africa

🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
🇧🇼 Botswana (90 days)
🇧🇮 Burundi (N/A)
🇬🇲 Gambia (N/A)
🇰🇪 Kenya (3 months)
🇷🇼 Rwanda (6 months)
🇹🇿 Tanzania (90 days)
🇺🇬 Uganda (6 months)

Asia

🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)

Oceania

🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇼🇸 Samoa (60 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can South Sudanese passport holders visit without a visa?

South Sudanese passport holders can visit 17 countries visa-free, plus 50 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for South Sudanese passport holders?

South Sudanese passport holders can travel visa-free to Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Benin, Gambia, and 9 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for South Sudan citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for South Sudan, 17 are visa-free, 36 can be visited with an e-visa and 14 with a visa on arrival, while 125 require a visa, as of October 2026.