Bringing a dog or cat to South Sudan in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. South Sudan is in Africa. Pets entering South Sudan face quarantine on arrival (typically 30 days).
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-06-08.
Beyond rabies, South Sudan requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
South Sudan has very limited infrastructure for pet imports. Import permit required from the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries. Quarantine may be imposed at port of entry. Rabies vaccination required 30 days to 12 months before entry. Very limited veterinary services available. International flights are limited to Juba International Airport. Pet travel is strongly discouraged due to ongoing instability.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the South Sudan veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: SS.