DR Congo visa for South Sudanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Sudanese passport holders visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South Sudanese citizens to enter Democratic Republic of the Congo for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Democratic Republic of the Congo e-visa for South Sudanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Democratic Republic of the Congo visa on arrival for South Sudanese citizens | Not Available | |
Democratic Republic of the Congo tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Sudanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Democratic Republic of the Congo.
If you are looking for Democratic Republic of the Congo visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from South Sudan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Democratic Republic of the Congo nearest your place of residence.
- Kigali: The Embassy of in Kigali, ~ 775.10 kilometers (481.62 mi) away from Juba, South Sudan. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 22 minutes).
- Nairobi: The Embassy of in Nairobi, ~ 898.80 kilometers (558.49 mi) away from Juba, South Sudan. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 22 minutes).
Democratic Republic of the Congo visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Democratic Republic of the Congo diplomatic mission offices to South Sudan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Sudan traveling to Democratic Republic of the Congo from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Sudan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Democratic Republic of the Congo & South Sudan comparison
Democratic Republic of the Congo's area is approximately 2,345,409 km2 (905,567 sq mi), while the area of South Sudan is approximately 619,745 km2 (239,284 sq mi). This means South Sudan is 3.78 times smaller than Democratic Republic of the Congo.
As of November 2025, Democratic Republic of the Congo's population is ~114.8 million people - 100,432,605 more people than the population of South Sudan.
We have highlighted Democratic Republic of the Congo & South Sudan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | South Sudan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 114,808,136 | 14,375,531 | 100.4 million more people live in Democratic Republic of the Congo than South Sudan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 0 | Democratic Republic of the Congo has 58 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Sudan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 17 | 14 | Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 44 | 9 | DR Congo hosts 35 more foreign missions than South Sudan. |
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| Precipitation Probability | 50% | |
| Wind | 13.1 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 05:43 | |
Useful Information
- Kinshasa to Juba: 1877.14 km (1166.40 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 54 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025