Svalbard and Jan MayenSouth Sudan: e-Visa

Svalbard and Jan MayenSouth Sudan

Do Norway passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

e-Visa

Yes. Norway 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.

Svalbard and Jan Mayen does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Norway passport. See the Norway passport.

    Requiremente-Visa
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to South Sudan2 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? South Sudan passport holders visiting Svalbard and Jan Mayen: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near South Sudan

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

Other visa-free destinations for Norway passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Norway passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

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

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 Norway 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.