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South Sudan

Travel Advisory July 31, 2023

South sudan - level 4: do not travel.

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.

Do not travel to South Sudan due to crime, kidnapping, and armed conflict.

Country Summary : Violent crime, such as carjackings, shootings, ambushes, assaults, robberies, and kidnappings is common throughout South Sudan, including Juba. Foreign nationals have been the victims of rape, sexual assault, armed robberies, and other violent crimes.

Armed conflict is ongoing and includes fighting between various political and ethnic groups. Weapons are readily available to the population. In addition, cattle raids occur throughout the country and often lead to violence.

Reporting in South Sudan without the proper documentation from the South Sudanese Media Authority is considered illegal, and any journalistic work there is very dangerous. Journalists regularly report being harassed in South Sudan, and many have been killed while covering the conflict.

The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in South Sudan. U.S. government personnel in South Sudan are under a strict curfew. They must use armored vehicles for nearly all movements, and official travel outside Juba is limited. Due to the critical crime threat in Juba, walking is also restricted; when allowed, it is limited to a small area in the immediate vicinity of the Embassy and during daylight hours only. Family members cannot accompany U.S. government employees who work in South Sudan.

Due to risks to civil aviation operating within or in the vicinity of South Sudan, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and/or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). For more information U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Notices .

Read the country information page for additional information on travel to South Sudan.

If you decide to travel to South Sudan:

• Exercise extreme care in all parts of the country, including Juba. Travel outside of Juba with a minimum of two vehicles along with appropriate recovery and medical equipment in case of mechanical failure or other emergency.
• Avoid travel along border areas.
• Avoid demonstrations and public gatherings. Even events intended to be peaceful can become violent.
• Be aware that photography in public is strictly controlled and you are required to obtain authorization from the Ministry of Information before taking any photographs or video in public – including while inside a vehicle.
• Monitor local/international news and consular messages .
• Enroll your trip in the State Department's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
• Review your personal security plan and visit our page on travel to high risk areas.
• Draft a will and designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries and/or power of attorney.
• Discuss a plan with loved ones regarding care/custody of children, pets, property, belongings, non-liquid assets (collections, artwork, etc.), funeral wishes, etc.
• Share important documents, log-in information, and points of contact with loved ones so that they can manage your affairs, if you are unable to return as planned to the United States. Find a suggested list of such documents here .
• Establish your own personal security plan in coordination with your employer or host organization, or consider consulting with a professional security organization. Your plan should include sheltering in place, maintaining outside communication, and a personal evacuation plan via commercial means.
• Develop a communication plan with family and/or your employer or host organization so that they can monitor your safety and location as you travel through high-risk areas. This plan should specify who you would contact first, and how they should share the information.
• Be sure to appoint one family member to serve as the point of contact with hostage-takers, media, U.S. and host country government agencies, and Members of Congress, if you are taken hostage or detained.
• Establish a proof of life protocol with your loved ones, so that if you are taken hostage, your loved ones can know specific questions (and answers) to ask the hostage-takers to be sure that you are alive (and to rule out a hoax).
• Leave DNA samples with your medical provider in case it is necessary for your family to access them.
• Erase any sensitive photos, comments, or other materials from your social media pages, cameras, laptops, and other electronic devices that could be considered controversial or provocative by local groups.
• Leave your expensive/sentimental belongings behind.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter .
• Review the Country Security Report for South Sudan.
• U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist .
• Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.

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Kololo Road, Tongping Juba, South Sudan Telephone: +(211) 912-105-188 (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(211) 912-105-107 Email:   [email protected]

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

Please visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on entry/exit requirements related to COVID-19 in South Sudan.

Requirements for Entry:

• Passport with two blank pages, valid for six months after date of entry
• Visa obtained before arrival
• World Health Organization (WHO) card with  yellow fever vaccination
• If traveling while assigned to the United Nations, you must obtain pre-authorization from the Government of South Sudan prior to your arrival. Contact the United Nations for additional information.

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan website for the most current visa information.

If you are staying longer than three days, register with the Department of Immigration and Aliens Control at the Ministry of Interior in Juba. 

Do not work without a work permit or your passport could be temporarily confiscated. A work permit and/or long-term visa may be obtained at any Republic of South Sudan Immigration office.

Requirements for Exit:

• Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination. Countries with direct flights from South Sudan (including Kenya and Ethiopia) typically require yellow fever immunization for passengers arriving from South Sudan.
• South Sudanese passport must be presented if you are a dual U.S -South Sudanese citizen. South Sudanese authorities have delayed or detained dual U.S.-South Sudanese nationals attempting to use their U.S. passport to depart South Sudan. 
• Sudanese visa or entry permit obtained in advance when traveling from South Sudan to Sudan.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of South Sudan.

Find information on dual nationality , prevention of international child abduction and customs regulations on our websites.

Safety and Security

The U.S. Embassy’s ability to provide consular services outside of Juba, even in emergencies, is extremely limited.

Land mines remain a hazard, especially outside of Juba.

Armed conflict between various political and ethnic groups continues throughout the country.

• Exercise extreme care in all parts of the country, including Juba.
• Be vigilant when traveling outside of cities and avoid travel along border areas.
• Monitor local/international news and  consular messages .

Crime: The population has ready access to weapons due to years of civil war, inter- and intra-ethnic conflict, and political unrest.

In Juba ,   the most frequently reported violent crimes include armed robbery, carjacking, and home invasion. Criminals target people who are walking, driving, traveling alone or in small groups, especially at night. Most criminal incidents affecting Westerners appear to target victims based on perceived wealth and vulnerability rather than nationality. Criminals frequently wear security service uniforms, carry military weapons, and use the ruse of security check points or official business to stop individuals or gain access to compounds.

Outside Juba , road ambushes and roadside crime are common and often involve violence. Violent crimes (murder, armed robbery, home invasions, cattle raiding, kidnapping) and non-violent petty theft and fraud are pervasive.

Throughout the country, crimes of opportunity include:

• Pickpocketing
• Theft from vehicles
• Fraudulent currency exchanges

Thefts usually occur near restaurants, banks, or other areas in proximity of foreigners.

• Avoid walking alone, especially after dark.
• Do not display cash or valuables.
• Dress conservatively.
• Drive with doors locked and windows closed.
• Travel with a copy of your U.S. passport and visa. Keep original documents in a secure location.

International Financial Scams:  See the  Department of State  and the  FBI pages for information.

Victims of Crime: U.S. citizen victims of sexual assault are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance.

Report crimes to the local police by going in-person to the closest police station and contact the U.S. Embassy at +(211) 912-105-188. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

• Help you find appropriate medical care
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent
• Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion
• Provide a list of local attorneys
• Provide our information on victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• Replace a stolen or lost passport

Domestic Violence: U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance.

Tourism: No formal tourism industry infrastructure is in place on any level. Tourists are considered to be participating in activities at their own risk. Emergency response and subsequent appropriate medical treatment is not available in-country. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance. See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage .

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.

South Sudan’s security services commit arbitrary arrests and often detain foreign nationals, including U.S. citizens. Extortion is common.

Security forces often operate outside civilian control and do not always follow laws governing due process and treatment of detainees.

U.S. citizens may have little recourse to justice should they be detained. Legal proceedings can be lengthy and subjective.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our webpage for further information.

South Sudanese law enforcement officials routinely block access to foreign nationals and dual nationals in detention.  

If you have reason to believe a U.S. citizen may be detained or incarcerated in South Sudan, do not assume the Embassy is already aware. Contact the Embassy and provide as much information as possible.

Journalism: Reporting in South Sudan without the proper documentation from the South Sudanese Media Authority is considered illegal. Journalists regularly report being harassed in South Sudan and have been killed while covering the conflict. They have also reported being detained with no due process or deported from the country with no warning.

Controlled Items: Certain items which are normal and legal to possess elsewhere are tightly controlled in South Sudan. Bringing them into the country without government permission, or even traveling internally with them, can result in extra scrutiny by security officials, the confiscation of your items, and your arrest.

Metal detectors, which can be used for prospecting, are tightly controlled, especially if you are traveling to an area where mining takes place. Some forms of communication equipment such as satellite phones (commonly referred to by their trade names: Thurayas or Iridiums) are required to be registered with the government. Imports of any form of military material or “dual-use” items including their components are highly scrutinized, even if commercially available; this includes commercial drones.

U.S. citizens should contact the Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan for questions regarding what equipment they may or may not import into the country and how to obtain authorizations for specific equipment or to bring in large sums of cash.

Dual Nationals: The Embassy recommends all dual nationals obtain visas for their U.S. passport covering the duration of their stay in South Sudan. If staying longer than a typical visa will allow, dual nationals are strongly encouraged to obtain a five-year residency permit. These documents are available for a fee at any local Government of South Sudan Immigration office.

Aid Workers:  Consult with the security personnel representing your organization. Compounds housing aid workers have been breached and aid workers, including U.S. citizens, have been the targets of shootings, ambushes, violent assaults, harassment, and robberies.

Currency:  The South Sudanese pound (SSP) is the official currency. It is a cash exclusive society. Carry sufficient funds in to cover all your expenses for the duration of your stay. ATMs draw on local banks only. Exchange currency only at reputable banks. U.S. currency that is damaged or issued prior to 2006 is not accepted.

Photography:  For any photography, amateur and professional, a permit is required and may be obtained from the Ministry of Interior for $50. Even with a permit, you must be careful taking pictures, as police have arrested and physically assaulted tourists for using a camera. In addition, traveling with professional photography equipment will trigger extra scrutiny regardless of occupation.

• Never take pictures of government buildings, vehicles, or persons in uniform.
• Do not take pictures of infrastructure such as bridges or airports.
• Keep your camera concealed and do not take random photos in public.
• Do not take photos of South Sudanese without their permission and be courteous of those who shy away from having their pictures taken.

Faith-Based Travelers: See the following webpages for details:

• Faith-Based Travel Information
• International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports
• Human Rights Report – see country reports
• Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
• Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad

LGBTQI+ Travelers: Same-sex sexual relations are considered illegal in South Sudan with penalties of up to 10 years’ imprisonment, if consensual. If non-consensual, the penalty is up to 14 years’ imprisonment. Societal discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) persons is widespread, and there are no known LGBTQI+ organizations.

See our LGBTI Travel Information page and section 6 of our Human Rights report for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities: Persons with disabilities face limited access to transportation, public buildings, hotels, and communication accommodations. There are few sidewalks and no curb-cuts, and most buildings lack elevators.

Students: See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips .

Women Travelers: Women suffer from high levels of sexual violence, including abduction, rape, and forced marriage. The law does not prohibit domestic violence. Spousal abuse is common and police seldom intervene.

See our travel tips for Women Travelers .

For emergency services in South Sudan, dial 999.

For Public Health Emergency Services (currently used for COVID), dial 6666.

Ambulance services are not present throughout the country.

Medical facilities  in Juba fall far short of western standards. Outside Juba, the few hospitals and clinics that exist are poorly equipped and staffed.

We do not pay medical bills. Be aware that U.S. Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas. Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance: Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage. Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information on type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.

We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Check with South Sudanese customs to ensure the medication is legal in South Sudan.

Vaccinations: Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Further health information:

• World Health Organization
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Air Quality: Visit AirNow Department of State for information on air quality at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

The U.S. Embassy maintains a list of doctors and hospitals . We do not endorse or recommend any specific medical provider or clinic.

Health facilities in general:

• Public medical clinics lack basic resources and supplies.
• All hospitals and doctors require payment “up front” prior to service or admission. All hospitals and medical professionals require cash payment.
• Psychological and psychiatric services are limited, even in the larger cities.

Pharmaceuticals:

• Exercise caution when purchasing medication overseas. Pharmaceuticals, both over the counter and those requiring prescription in the United States, are often readily available for purchase with little controls. Counterfeit medication is common and may prove to be ineffective, the wrong strength, or contain dangerous ingredients. Medication should be purchased in consultation with a medical professional and from reputable establishments.
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration are responsible for rules governing the transport of medication back to the United States. Medication purchased abroad must meet their requirements to be legally brought back into the United States. Medication should be for personal use and must be approved for usage in the United States. Please visit the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration websites for more information.

Water Quality:

• In many areas, tap water is not potable. Bottled water and beverages are generally safe, although you should be aware that many restaurants and hotels serve tap water unless bottled water is specifically requested. Always ensure that the bottle is sealed and do not allow staff to open the bottle for you. Be aware that ice for drinks may be made using tap water.

The following diseases are prevalent:

• Diarrheal illnesses
• Hepatitis A
• Meningococcal disease
• Yellow fever
• Use the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-recommended mosquito repellents and sleep under insecticide-impregnated mosquito nets. Chemoprophylaxis is recommended for all travelers even for short stays.
• There are shortages of food, water, medicine, and medical supplies throughout South Sudan.
• Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about Resources for Travelers regarding specific issues in South Sudan.

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety: There are very few paved roads; most are narrow, rutted, and poorly maintained. Roads are often impassable during the rainy season (March to November). Pedestrians and animals in the roadways, excessive speed, erratic driving, lack of street lights, and overloaded or poorly maintained vehicles pose additional risks.

When driving in remote areas, travel during daylight hours only and use convoys of multiple vehicles to mitigate the threat of roadside criminals. Carry spare tires, parts, fuel, and provisions. Service stations are separated by long distances. Professional roadside assistance service is not available.

Checkpoints: Approach all vehicle checkpoints with caution, especially after dark or during times of heightened political or military tensions, and do not attempt to evade them. Even stops at checkpoints operated by the government of South Sudan may become hostile or violent.

Keep car doors locked at all times to prevent carjacking and vehicle intrusion. Only roll car windows down enough to communicate when necessary. Anyone staffing checkpoints will often solicit bribes. Display requested documents, but do not surrender them, as officials may take them if bribes are not paid. You may wish to keep a laminated copy of your documents with you that can be shown in place of your actual passports or identification cards.

Landmines: Years of conflict have left the threat of unexploded ordnance, including landmines, as a hazard on or near major roads. Stay on main roads marked as cleared by a competent de-mining authority.

Traffic Laws: An international driver's license and third-party liability insurance from the government is required. Those convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol face fines, jail sentences, and corporal punishment.

Accidents: If involved in an accident resulting in death or injury, report the incident to the nearest police station or police officer as soon as possible. Remain inside the vehicle and wait for police. If a hostile mob forms or you feel your safety is in danger, leave the scene and proceed directly to the nearest police station to report the incident. Do not stop at the scene of an accident or at intersections where people have gathered, as mobs can develop quickly. Many local drivers are uninsured.

Public Transportation: You should hire private transportation from a reputable source. The use of public transportation (small buses, vans, or motorbike taxis “boda-bodas”) is off-limits to U.S. Embassy personnel and should be avoided whenever possible. Drivers of these vehicles frequently have little training and are reckless, and the vehicles are often poorly maintained. Schedules are unpublished and subject to change without notice. There is some public transit to rural communities by irregularly scheduled mini-buses.

See our Road Safety page for more information.

Aviation Safety Oversight: As there is no direct commercial air service to the United States by carriers registered in South Sudan, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has not assessed the government of South Sudan’s Civil Aviation Authority for compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards. Further information may be found on the FAA’s safety assessment page .

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• See the  State Department’s travel website  for the  Worldwide Caution  and  Travel Advisories .
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• See  traveling safely abroad  for useful travel tips.

For additional IPCA-related information, please see the  International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act (ICAPRA)  report.

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Applying for an emergency travel document in South Sudan

If your passport or ID card is lost or stolen in South Sudan, and you need an emergency travel document soon, this is how to apply.

Step 1: Email the embassy

Email the embassy in Juba as soon as possible: [email protected] . Include the following documents and information:

• your full name;
• your date of birth;
• the name of the authority that issued the document (mayor of...., ambassador to.....);
• the date of issue;
• the telephone number on which you can be reached;
• proof that you cannot postpone your journey, for example a travel itinerary, flight details, other reservations or a letter from your employer;
• your exact travelling route;
• your current location.

Step 2: Wait for a response and file a police report

The embassy or consulate-general will ask the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for permission to issue an emergency travel document. This usually takes between 1 and 3 working days. If you have not attached a scan or photo of your lost or stolen passport or ID card, the waiting time may be longer.

If the Ministry gives permission, the embassy or consulate-general will contact you to discuss where and when you can apply for your emergency travel document.

Reporting your passport or ID card as lost or stolen

While you wait for a response, you may report the loss or theft of your passport or ID card to the local police. This is not compulsory, but it can be useful. If you file a report, ask the police for written proof. You may need it for insurance purposes or to show the local authorities.

Step 3: Gather the documents that you need

Bring the following documents with you when you make your application:

• a completed passport application form ;
• a completed declaration stating that the travel document is missing (C2 Form);
• two passport photos that meet Dutch requirements. Find out where to obtain a passport photo in South Sudan ;
• proof that you are a tourist or that you cannot postpone your journey;
• if you will be travelling by plane, train, bus or boat: tickets for the rest of your journey;
• if possible: a photo or scan of the passport or ID card that was lost or stolen;
• if possible: other identity documents or photos or scans of them;
• if possible: a police report stating that your passport or ID card was lost or stolen.

If the emergency travel document is for a child younger than 18, their parent(s) or guardian(s) must give permission. The applicant must:

• bring photocopies of the passport or ID card of their parent(s) or guardian(s);
• get their parent(s)/guardian(s) to sign the passport application form or fill in a proof of consent .

Step 4: Go to your appointment

The embassy or consulate-general will tell you when and where your appointment is. Bring all the documents listed above with you to your appointment.

You will pay during the appointment. The overview of consular fees in South Sudan tells you how much an emergency travel document costs and which payment methods are accepted.

Once your application has been processed, your passport or ID card will be registered internationally as invalid. This means no one will be able to travel on it. If you find your passport or ID card at a later date, you won’t be able to travel on it either.

Step 5: Collect your emergency travel document

The embassy or consulate-general will tell you when and where you can collect your document. Bear in mind that an emergency travel document has a shorter validity period than a passport or ID card.

If the Ministry of Foreign Affairs decides that you need a new passport or ID card instead, the process will take longer. This may happen if, for example, the country you are planning to travel to does not accept Dutch emergency travel documents. In that case you may have to wait for up to 4 weeks.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us .

Conditions and requirements for applying for an emergency travel document

• Bring proof of Sudanese identity
• Bring a copy of the Dutch ID
• Bring two (2) photographs
• Pay the prescribed fees
• The document is valid for one month only from the date of its issuance and for only one trip to Sudan
• The document is stamped (signed by the Consul), as well as a personal photo
• Report of loss or damage from the local police legalized by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs

This document is valid only to travel to Sudan. You can apply for an emergency travel document if all the following apply:

• You’re a Sudanese national
• You’re outside the Sudan
• Your passport has been lost, stolen, damaged, or full.
• You can provide proof of your travel plans, for example booking confirmations (or detailed written travel plans if you cannot book ahead)
• You usually cannot get an emergency travel document if you’ve never had a Sudanese passport. You should apply for a passport instead.
• You can use an emergency travel document to travel to your destination through a maximum of 2 countries.
• If you apply for a child under 18, they’ll need to attend an appointment. Both parents should go with them if possible. If neither parent can attend, they’ll need to send a signed consent letter.
• Your travel dates will be printed on your emergency travel document. If you change your travel plans once you have your emergency travel document, you’ll need to apply for a new one.
• You may need a visa to leave the country you’re in or to travel through other countries with your emergency travel document. Check with the embassy or consulate of each country.
• If your final destination is the Sudan, border staff will keep your emergency travel document when you arrive.

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Visa Information & Requirements

VISA & PASSPORT OFFICE 22-25 Portman Close, London, W1H 6BS, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 203 687 2367

(Visa application form can be downloaded at VISA FORM prior to the application)

VISA REQUIREMENTS:

*South Sudan’s Directorate of nationality, Passports and immigration (DNPI) is responsible for decision about who can come to South Sudan and who can stay.

Rules & Regulations

With effect from 1st of January 2016, the visa new work hours will be as follows:

• Visa applications are received:

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 9:00 am - 12 pm. Collection will be from 2:00pm - 3:30pm, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

• Completed and signed visa form (please attach to the visa form both original and photocopies of the required documents *this is inclusive of passport Photo page and yellow fever cards)
• Passport VALID for at least SIX MONTHS before expiry date
• Passport must have an unused page for visa endorsement
• Please allow a minimum of seven (7) working days after presentation, excluding weekends and public holidays.
• All applicants must submit their applications in person.
• Visa issuance is not guaranteed in advance
• Failure to submit required documents may lead to additional processing times or denial of visa
• For passport collection (applicants can collect themselves, send someone on their behalf providing that they have a letter of consent from the applicant and proof of identity or they have embassy’s receipt)
• Individuals’ travelling from far places who cannot wait for the duration of the processing time should provide a PREPAID SPECIAL DELIVERY ENVELOPE for return of their documents.
• Validity of the entry visa starts on the day of collection.
• All South Sudanese travelling to South Sudan with British passports and UK Travel documents require a visa and must fulfil all visa requirements

  (Please present to the consular office the following requirements)

New visa rates with effect from June 25, 2019  

(Visa fees are non-refundable, non-transferable, cash only)

• UK citizens, One Month single entry visa ------------------- 50 Sterling Pounds
• UK citizens, Three Months multiple entry visa ---------- 100 Sterling Pounds
• None UK Citizens, One Month single entry------------------75 Sterling Pounds
• None UK citizens, 3months multiple entry visa----------150 Sterling Pounds
• USA citizens, One Month single entry-----------------------130 Sterling Pounds

Required Documents:

• An INVITATION LETTER addressed to Embassy of South Sudan from your organisation in South Sudan explaining the purpose of your travel
• Company’s or Organization’s registration certificate in South Sudan, or a copy of company registration certificate in UK for businesses that are yet to be registered in South Sudan or Copy of their contract with organization/agency/company
• For personal or family visits an ENTRY PERMIT is required from the concerned family/friends through Immigration Department in South Sudan
• One recent passport size photo
• Certificate of vaccination of Yellow Fever
• Return ticket (Tourist Visa)
• Evidence of permanent residence in UK (non-British) e.g. (letter from employer indicating duration of leave) (Tourist Visa)
• Address in South Sudan e.g. Hotel booking (Tourist Visa)
• Bank statements showing sufficient funds to cover duration of stay in South Sudan (personal visit)

  VISA FOR DIPLOMAT & GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

• UK officials or diplomats travelling with diplomatic, official or service passports must bring an official letter (A Note Verbal) from appropriate authorities or Embassies
• Visas to Diplomats are Gratis (no visa fee will be assessed)

  SOUTH SUDAN NATIONALS’ SERVICES

The Nationality, Passports and Immigration Unit at the Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in London wishes to inform all South Sudanese Nationals that with effect from 1st of January 2016, the rates for passports and nationality certificates will be as follows:

These services are currently available.

Passports and National certificates

• Regular passport              ------------------------------------ 75 Sterling Pounds
• Nationality certificate        ------------------------------------ 25 Sterling pounds
• Child regular passport      ------------------------------------- 60 Sterling pounds

Please note: Passports and Nationality certificates are issued only to South Sudanese nationals.

South Sudan

VISA REGIME

ENTERING AND LEAVING THE COUNTRY To enter South Sudan, citizens of the Republic of Serbia require a visa and a certificate of vaccination against yellow fever.

SOCIAL SECURITY AGREEMENT No social security agreement has been signed.

USEFUL INFORMATION Given the risk of malaria, use of mosquito repellents and antimalarials is advisable. Information on the current health and security situation should be checked before travelling. Citizens of the Republic of Serbia are advised not to travel to South Sudan at present, unless absolutely necessary.

Contact information: During your stay in South Sudan, for consular assistance and protection, you may contact the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Nairobi (Address: Benin Drive 1032, Runda, Nairobi), at the following telephone numbers: 00 254 79 45 88 515, 00 254 73 46 01 031, 00 254 73 27 55 554, and e-mails: [email protected] and [email protected] .

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The Morning

A surprising climate find.

As the planet warms, atoll nations like the Maldives seemed doomed to shrink. Scientists have begun to tell a surprising new story.

By Raymond Zhong

I’m a climate reporter.

We humans have settled in all sorts of precarious environments: parched deserts, barren tundra, high mountains. None are precarious in quite the same way as atolls, the tiny, low-lying islands that dot the tropics. As the planet warms and the oceans rise, atoll nations like the Maldives, the Marshall Islands and Tuvalu have seemed doomed to vanish, like the mythical Atlantis, into watery oblivion.

Of late, though, scientists have begun telling a surprising new story about these islands. By comparing mid-20th century aerial photos with recent satellite images, they’ve been able to see how the islands have evolved over time. What they found is startling: Even though sea levels have risen, many islands haven’t shrunk. Most, in fact, have been stable. Some have even grown.

One study that rounded up scientists’ data on 709 islands across the Pacific and Indian Oceans showed that nearly 89 percent either had increased in area or hadn’t changed much in recent decades. Only 11 percent had contracted.

How an Island Has Changed

Kandahalagalaa

Land and vegetation

lost to erosion

Stable island core

1969–2005

New land and

New edge of

1969–2023

To understand why, I spent time this past spring with a team of researchers in the Maldives as they collected data on two key pieces of the puzzle: ocean currents and sand.

Currents and waves can erode sandy shorelines, of course. But they can also bring fresh sand ashore from the surrounding coral reefs, where the remains of corals, algae, crustaceans and other organisms are constantly being crushed into new sediment. (Another source of sediment? Colorful parrotfish, which munch on coral and churn out white sand from their digestive tracts.)

By examining how these interrelated and complex processes affected one particular island — Dhigulaabadhoo, an uninhabited curlicue of land a few miles north of the Equator — the scientists hope to better predict how other islands will change.

The next century

Though the research suggests that atolls aren’t about to wash away entirely, it hardly means they have nothing to worry about. Global warming is putting coral reefs under severe strain. If, say, the ice sheets melted faster than expected, then sea-level rise could accelerate sharply.

Even so, scientists say, the revelation that atoll islands can adjust naturally to rising seas means the people who live on them have an opportunity to figure out how to cope with their changing environment. It means they have other options besides the most drastic one: abandoning their homelands altogether.

“I’m confident that there’ll be islands in the Maldives” 50 or 100 years from now, one of the researchers on the team, Paul Kench, told me while we were on Dhigulaabadhoo. “They’re not going to look like these islands; they’re going to be different. But there will be land here. To me, that’s the challenge: How do you coexist with the change that’s coming?”

The Maldives needs to cultivate and recruit more scientific experts who can help guide the nation’s efforts to adapt, said Ali Shareef, the government’s special envoy for climate change. Without them, it’s hard to build infrastructure while minimizing harm to reefs, or to design towns that are resilient to flooding.

Money is an issue, too. “If we have access to the technology and finance, I think we can save the Maldives. It is not all doomsday,” Shauna Aminath , a former environment minister, told me. “The problem is, we don’t have access to finance and technology.”

If we humans can find a way to keep living and flourishing on atolls, it will bode well for our ability to continue doing so all across our warming planet. As Jon Barnett, a geographer at the University of Melbourne, put it: “If we can solve climate-change adaptation for atolls — ‘solve’ is the wrong word — then we can do it anywhere.”

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Raymond Zhong reports on climate and environmental issues for The Times. More about Raymond Zhong