ArubaSouth Sudan: e-Visa

ArubaSouth Sudan

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

e-Visa

Yes. Netherlands 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.

Aruba does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Netherlands passport. See the Netherlands passport.

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 of2026-10-19
    Distance11,145 km, straight line (~13h 37m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to South Sudan2 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near South Sudan

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

Other visa-free destinations for Netherlands passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

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

How far is South Sudan from Aruba?

About 11,145 km in a straight line, roughly ~13h 37m 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 Netherlands passport holders visit without a visa instead of South Sudan?

Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Burundi, Tanzania, Malawi.

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.