🇸🇸 South Sudan for 🇬🇲 GM citizens

South Sudan requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for entry; travellers without a valid certificate risk being denied entry or quarantined. The certificate should normally be issued at least 10 days before arrival, in line with WHO rules. Yellow fever vaccination is required for entry into South Sudan for all travellers, including diplomats and officials. Diplomatic status does not normally exempt travellers from international health regulations. Yellow fever vaccination is required for entry into South Sudan; UN personnel are not exempt from this health requirement.

Even when a visa is issued on arrival based on UN status, travellers must hold a valid national passport meeting South Sudan’s general entry requirements. Some missions may also request a copy of the passport bio page in advance when arranging pre-clearance.

South Sudan grants visas on arrival to certain travellers holding a UN identity card who have obtained prior clearance from the MFA. The UN ID should be valid for the duration of the mission and match the traveller’s personal details in the passport.

Official guidance indicates that UN personnel must obtain pre-authorization from the Government of South Sudan before arrival; this is typically documented in a clearance letter or Note Verbale shared with border authorities. Travellers should carry a printed copy of the clearance and ensure the details match their passport and UN ID.