# Do South Sudan passport holders need a visa for Japan?

## Answer
Yes. South Sudan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Japan.

- Requirement: Visa required
- Maximum stay: Length of stay varies
- Scope: Tourism, ordinary passport
- Action before travel: Yes, arrange in advance
- Data confidence: unverified

## Context
A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Japan drives on the left, the opposite side to South Sudan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

- Distance between capitals: 11,311 km, straight line (~13h 48m nonstop)
- Visa-free access context: 117 of 242 nationalities tracked

## Sources and freshness
- Canonical URL: https://visafreemap.com/visa/south-sudan/japan/
- Data as of: 2026-10-19
- Official source: [mofa.go.jp](https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/) (checked June 22, 2026)

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.

## Frequently asked questions
### Do South Sudan passport holders need a visa for Japan?
Yes. South Sudan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Japan.

### How far is Japan from South Sudan?
About 11,311 km in a straight line, roughly ~13h 48m nonstop by air.

### What currency is used in Japan?
Japanese yen (JPY).

### What is the emergency number in Japan?
110 / 118 / 119.

### Does Japan drive on the same side of the road as South Sudan?
Japan drives on the left, the opposite side to South Sudan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

### What time zone is Japan in?
Tokyo (UTC+9).

### What is the nearest airport to Tokyo?
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), about 13 km away.

### How many countries can enter Japan without a visa?
117 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Japan visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

### What nearby countries can South Sudan passport holders visit without a visa instead of Japan?
Palau, Micronesia, Cambodia.


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