United Arab EmiratesSouth Sudan: e-Visa

United Arab EmiratesSouth Sudan

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

e-Visa

Yes. United Arab Emirates 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 of2026-10-19

Distance3,269 km, straight line (~4h 21m nonstop)

Visa-free access to South Sudan2 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? South Sudan passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near South Sudan

United Arab Emirates passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for United Arab Emirates passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for South Sudan?

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

How far is South Sudan from United Arab Emirates?

About 3,269 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 21m 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 United Arab Emirates passport holders visit without a visa instead of South Sudan?

Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Burundi, Sudan.

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 United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

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

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.8°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.5°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.8°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.4°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.5°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.9°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.4°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.1°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.7°C	0mm	308h

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

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

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 ≈ 5788.73 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

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