South Sudan

Hoodlum offers expert film fixer services in South Sudan, facilitating international productions of every scale with a full range of services, including location scouting, obtaining permits, full range of logistic support and connecting production teams with local talent and experienced crew.

Ultimate Filming Guide for South Sudan

Capital

Khartoum

Main Cities

Omdurman / Nyala / Port Sudan

Local Languages

Arabic / English

Currency

Sudanese Pound

Climate

Rainy & Humid

General Visa Requirements:

Visas are required by all nationalities.

Required Documents:

A visa is required for all foreign nationals.
Required Documents for Application
To apply for a South Sudan visa, you need:
A valid passport with at least six months validity from the date of entry
A fully completed visa application form
A passport-sized photo that meets South Sudan’s visa photo specifications
Proof of visa fee payment
A valid vaccination certificate
Letter of invitation or supporting documents from a local sponsor, if applicable

Visa Application Process:

Start Visa Application here.

Processing Time:

Typically, visa processing takes around 10 days but may vary depending on nationality.

Cost:

$50 - $500 depending on nationality

Accreditation Requirements:

Filming permit - Crew accreditation and filming permits are processed together.
The international crew members will be listed on the film permit, along with their profile.

Required Documents:

Company profile from the production company
Synopsis of the project, including what will be filmed in South Sudan
Passport scans and two passport-sized photos for each crew member
Visa scans for each crew member
List of equipment, including serial numbers

Processing Time:

The processing time for filming permits and accreditation is typically 2-3 weeks.

Cost:

Approximately $450

Issuing Organization:

Ministry of Culture & Information
Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Required Documents:

To apply for the film permit, you will need to submit:
Company profile from the production company
Treatment, synopsis, or script of the project
Passport scans and two passport-sized photos for each crew member
Scanned visa for each crew member
List of equipment, including serial numbers
National Security Permit (if coming with Camera)

Processing Time:

2 – 3 Weeks

Cost:

Approximately $450 / costs increase to approximately $1500 with a drone

Location Scouting / Location Permits Information:

Hoodlum will assist in scouting private locations based on the production’s brief. Once a location is selected, a location agreement will be signed.

The location agreement will define the terms and conditions of location use and will be signed by the location owner and production company.

Location Scouting / Permitting Cost & Processing Time

Hoodlum will negotiate the location fee with the private property owner.

Drone Regulations:

All drones must be registered with South Sudan’s Civil Aviation Authority.

Drone Importation Regulations:

To import a drone, official permission must be obtained, which is typically granted along with the film permit.
Applicants must submit details of the drone, including make, model, serial number, and a valid pilot license.

Permit Issuance:

Drone permits are issued by South Sudan’s Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Timing:

The approval process for drone permits takes approximately 2-3 weeks.

Cost:

The fee for registering and importing a drone is around $1,000.

Carnet Status:

South Sudan is not a Carnet country.

Required Documents:

To import filming equipment into South Sudan, a detailed equipment list with serial numbers must be submitted, and the value of the equipment must be declared.

Required Information for Equipment Customs Clearance
A detailed list of all equipment, including serial numbers
The declared value of the equipment

Issuing Organization:

Customs clearance is issued by South Sudanese Customs.

Timing:

The process typically takes 2-3 weeks.

Cost:

Customs clearance fees are determined by South Sudanese Customs and are based on the equipment’s value.

General Overview:

South Sudan is generally considered safe in the main urban centres such as Juba. However, some areas may require additional precautions depending on the political climate and security situation.

Security Requirements:

The level of security needed will depend on the filming location and surrounding areas. It is advisable to assess the region and hire local security personnel as needed.

Hoodlum provides comprehensive services for productions in South Sudan, handling everything from securing filming permits to navigating complex logistics. Whether you’re filming in the wild landscapes or the heart of the city, we ensure a smooth, successful production. Let us help you unlock the incredible locations and stories of South Sudan for your next project.