🇸🇸 Is South Sudan safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of South Sudan: 11 diplomatic missions from 11 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to South Sudan
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- FCDO advises against all travel to South Sudan due to armed violence and criminality
- Juba airport may close or become inaccessible with flights cancelled at short notice
- Routes in and out of the country may be blocked if the security situation worsens
- In-person consular assistance for British nationals is not available in South Sudan
- Travel is strongly discouraged under any circumstances; Spaniards in the country are urged to leave immediately via commercial routes
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months and have at least 2 blank pages; visa required before entry
- Visa can be requested at South Sudan's Embassy in Paris (accredited to Spain) or via evisa.gov.ss (occasional technical issues)
- Foreign credit cards not accepted anywhere in South Sudan; bank transfers from abroad to local accounts are extremely difficult
Risk areas and situations
- Security situation is unpredictable nationwide and can deteriorate rapidly without warning
- South Sudan's airspace has closed temporarily before due to events in neighbouring Sudan
- Civil disorder risk: avoid protests, political rallies and large gatherings across the country
- Deteriorating security situation across the country; Spanish Embassy in Khartoum temporarily operates from Cairo
Local laws and customs
- Camera and video equipment require special permits beyond the standard entry visa
Health
- Travel insurance may be invalidated if you travel against FCDO advice
- Ensure insurance covers your full itinerary given the high-risk environment
Emergency numbers in South Sudan
Embassies and consulates in South Sudan
11 diplomatic missions from 11 countries, across 1 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Juba |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | 1 | Juba |
| 🇪🇷 Eritrea | 1 | Juba |
| 🇪🇹 Ethiopia | 1 | Juba |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Juba |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Juba |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 1 | Juba |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | 1 | Juba |
| 🇹🇷 Türkiye | 1 | Juba |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 1 | Juba |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 1 | Juba |
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in South Sudan is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is South Sudan safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for South Sudan is 4/4 (Do not travel, level 4 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in South Sudan?
The general emergency number in South Sudan is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in South Sudan?
Telcomia tracks 11 diplomatic missions from 11 countries in South Sudan, across 1 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.