Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Do citizens of Rwanda need a visa for South Sudan?Rwanda passport power

Document checklist: Rwanda → South Sudan

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
Recent passport photos.
Return or onward ticket.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?

Consular legalisation required

Rwanda → South Sudan

Driving licence abroad

No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.

Rwanda → South Sudan

Applying for a visa? South Sudan missions in Rwanda

No South Sudan mission in Rwanda on record.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Rwanda in South Sudan?

No. Rwanda has no resident embassy or consulate in South Sudan on record. The nearest Rwanda mission is in Kampala, Uganda, about 510 km away.

Do citizens of Rwanda need a visa for South Sudan?

Visa on arrival (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in South Sudan?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 911), then contact the Rwanda embassy or consulate in South Sudan for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

Rwanda embassy & consulates in South Sudan

Rwanda missions in South Sudan

High Commission · Kampala

Entry rules for Rwanda passport holders

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