AlbaniaSouth Sudan: e-Visa

AlbaniaSouth Sudan

Do Albania passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

e-Visa

Yes. Albania passport holders need a visa for South Sudan, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.gov.ss (checked September 3, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance4,223 km, straight line (~5h 28m nonstop)

Visa-free access to South Sudan2 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? South Sudan passport holders visiting Albania: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near South Sudan

Albania passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Albania passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Albania passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

Yes. Albania passport holders need a visa for South Sudan, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is South Sudan from Albania?

About 4,223 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 28m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in South Sudan?

South Sudanese pound (SSP).

What is the emergency number in South Sudan?

911.

What time zone is South Sudan in?

Juba (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Juba?

Juba International Airport (JUB), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter South Sudan without a visa?

2 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter South Sudan visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Albania passport holders visit without a visa instead of South Sudan?

Rwanda, Kenya, Burundi, Tanzania, Malawi, Comoros.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Albania

Albania, officially the Republic of Albania, is a country in Southeastern Europe. It is located in the Balkans, on the Adriatic and Ionian Seas within the Mediterranean Sea, and shares land borders with Montenegro to the northwest, Kosovo to the northeast, North Macedonia to the east and Greece to the south. With an area of 28,748 km2 (11,100 sq mi), it has a varied range of climatic, geological, hydrological and morphological conditions. Landscapes range from rugged snow-capped mountains in the Albanian Alps and the Korab, Skanderbeg, Pindus and Ceraunian Mountains, to fertile lowland plains extending from the Adriatic and Ionian sea coasts. Tirana is the capital and largest city, followed by Durrës, Vlorë, and Shkodër.

CapitalTirane

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population2.3M

Area28,748 km²

CurrencyAlbanian lek (1 USD ≈ 81.01 ALL)

LanguagesAlbanian

Calling code+355

Drives on theright

TimezoneTirane (UTC+2)

Nearest airportTirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), 12 km

Emergency number112 / 127 / 128 / 129

UNESCO sites4

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$12,998 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.7M (2020)

Climate in Tirane

Warmest August, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Tirane, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	11.4°C	1.7°C	70mm	237h
February	13.6°C	3.9°C	97mm	247h
March	16°C	6°C	145mm	283h
April	19°C	8.7°C	90mm	284h
May	23.3°C	13.2°C	88mm	354h
June	25.2°C	15.9°C	54mm	404h
July	31.3°C	19.8°C	8mm	431h
August	31.5°C	20.3°C	43mm	393h
September	28.2°C	17.6°C	159mm	320h
October	21.3°C	12.3°C	205mm	290h
November	17.6°C	7.9°C	6mm	243h
December	14.5°C	8.1°C	166mm	178h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Albania is a country in the Balkan region of Europe with unspoiled beaches, mountainous landscapes, traditional cuisine, archaeological artefacts, unique traditions, low prices and the wild atmosphere of the countryside. It is one of the sunniest countries in Europe. The country has an extensive archaeological heritage; it was part of Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire until its first declaration of independence in 1912, becoming a kingdom and then a communist dictatorship before becoming a democratic republic. Albania is one of just a few Muslim majority nations in Europe.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Butrint
Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastër
Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Dita e Pavarësisë

November 30, 2026Dita e Çlirimit

December 8, 2026Dita Kombëtare e Rinisë

Full source list on About.

About South Sudan

South Sudan, officially the Republic of South Sudan, is a landlocked country in East Africa. It is bordered by Sudan to the north, Ethiopia to the east, Kenya to the southeast, Uganda to the south, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the southwest, and the Central African Republic to the west. South Sudan's diverse landscape includes vast plains and plateaus, dry and tropical savannahs, inland floodplains, and forested mountains. The Nile River system is the defining physical feature of the country, running south to north across its center, which is dominated by a large swamp known as the Sudd. South Sudan has an estimated population of just over 12.7 million in 2024. Juba is the capital and largest city.

CapitalJuba

RegionMiddle Africa

Population12.2M

Area619,745 km²

CurrencySouth Sudanese pound (1 USD ≈ 5751.43 SSP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+211

Drives on theright

TimezoneJuba (UTC+2)

Nearest airportJuba International Airport (JUB), 2 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$1,080 (2015)

Climate in Juba

Warmest March, coolest August, driest December, sunniest January. Best time to visit: September, November.

Monthly climate normals for Juba, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	36.2°C	22.4°C	5mm	348h
February	37.6°C	24.3°C	3mm	328h
March	38.5°C	26.3°C	11mm	334h
April	37°C	25.4°C	46mm	307h
May	33.8°C	23.8°C	109mm	324h
June	31.8°C	22.8°C	83mm	330h
July	30.9°C	22°C	115mm	322h
August	30.3°C	21.7°C	124mm	330h
September	31.9°C	21.9°C	53mm	329h
October	32.1°C	22°C	134mm	312h
November	33.9°C	22.2°C	39mm	310h
December	36.8°C	21.8°C	0mm	348h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

South Sudan is a country in Central Africa. The world’s youngest country, it was a part of Sudan until it gained its independence on 9 July 2011, following years of civil war and a referendum.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Boma-Badingilo Migratory Landscape

Upcoming public holidays

December 24, 2026Christmas Eve

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Second Day of Christmas

Full source list on About.