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Do South Sudan citizens need a visa for Switzerland?

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South Sudan citizens need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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South Sudan vs Switzerland: passport comparison

South Sudan

18

visa-free countries

Global rank: #189 · mobility 67

Switzerland

122

visa-free countries

Global rank: #16 · mobility 170.7
12

countries both South Sudan and Switzerland can enter visa-free together

South Sudan + Switzerland: passport compatibility

28%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where South Sudan and Switzerland travel together — by entry type:

12 both visa-free
16 both visa on arrival
14 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
141 access differs

Where South Sudan and Switzerland can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (12)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Botswana 90 days #119
Dominica 21 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Malaysia 30 days #41
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12

Only South Sudan is visa-free (6)

Where to apply: Switzerland has no mission in South Sudan

Guides tell you a visa is required but never warn that there is nowhere to file it — the mission simply does not exist in your country. We picked the nearest countries that do accept applications and measured the distance.

1
Ethiopia 1,042 km
Applications accepted in: Addis Abeba
2
Kenya 1,060 km
Applications accepted in: Nairobi
3
Tanzania 1,526 km
Applications accepted in: Dar Es Salaam

Distances are measured between country centroids — a rough guide, not a route. Before you travel, confirm with the chosen consulate that it accepts applicants resident elsewhere: many operate a consular district, and out-of-district applications are not always accepted, often with a longer queue.

How the entry rule changed: South Sudan → Switzerland

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The South Sudan → Switzerland rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

4rule changes for the South Sudan passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Switzerland: good to know

Bern

Capital

Swiss Franc (CHF)

Currency

Central European Time (UTC+1)

Time zone

+41

Calling code

C, J

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else South Sudan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Switzerland

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do South Sudan citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
South Sudan citizens need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — South Sudan or Switzerland?
The Switzerland passport is stronger: 122 visa-free countries versus 18. Global rank: South Sudan #189, Switzerland #16.
Where can South Sudan and Switzerland citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 12 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Switzerland?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between South Sudan and Switzerland?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

South Sudan passport ranking

Where else the South Sudan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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