Residence in South Sudan: permits and requirements
Living legally in South Sudan is possible through 3 permit types: other, temporary. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Special Residence Permit
Residence type #1 of 3
Passports and Immigration Act 2011, s. 19(1): aliens continuously residing for 3 years, or 5+ years carrying out scientific, technical or commercial activities of value.
Requirements
- 3 years of continuous residence, or 5+ years with activities valued by the Minister (s. 19(1))
Documentation
- Valid passport
- Proof of continuous residence (alien registration)
Frequently asked questions about residence in South Sudan
How many types of residence permits are there in South Sudan?
South Sudan offers 3 residence permit types, grouped into the categories other, temporary. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in South Sudan last?
Durations vary by permit type: 5 years, renewable for 5-year periods (s. 19(2)); 2 years, renewable for 2-year periods (s. 20(2)); Up to 12 months, renewable (s. 20(4)). The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in South Sudan be renewed?
Yes. All residence permit types of South Sudan (3 in total) are renewable before their expiration, according to the rules of each program.
What documentation is usually required to reside in South Sudan?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Valid passport. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in South Sudan lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Naturalization by residence pathway, which requires 10 years of continuous and uninterrupted residence before applying (Nationality Act 2011, s. 10). The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of South Sudan.
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