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 for all nationalities and must be obtained prior to arrival. Visitors staying longer than 3 days may also be required to register with immigration authorities in Juba.

Required Documents:

Valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity from return date
Completed and signed visa application form
Passport-sized photo taken within the last 6 months
Fee payment receipt
Vaccination certificate

Visa Application Process:

Start Visa Application here.

Processing Time:

Visa processing typically takes approximately 7 to 14 working days, depending on nationality and current processing conditions.

Cost:

Visa fees generally range from USD 50 to USD 500, depending on nationality.

Accreditation Requirements:

Film permit processing and international crew accreditation are generally handled together. All international crew members must be listed on the permit application.

Required Documents:

Production company profile
Synopsis or description of project
Passport copies of all crew
Two passport photos per crew member
Visa copies
Equipment list with serial numbers

Processing Time:

Processing typically takes around 2 to 3 weeks.

Cost:

Costs are approximately USD 450, subject to change.

Issuing Organization:

General filming permissions are handled through the Ministry of Culture & Information and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Required Documents:

Production company profile
Treatment, synopsis, or script
Passport copies of all crew
Two passport photos per crew member
Visa copies
Equipment list with serial numbers

Processing Time:

Permit processing generally takes around 2 to 3 weeks, although this may vary depending on approvals.

Cost:

Permit costs are approximately USD 450. Where drones are included, costs may increase to as much as USD 1500.

Location Scouting / Location Permits Information:

A local fixer or location scout will generally source private location options. Once a location is selected, a location agreement is negotiated and a contract is signed with the owner.

Location Scouting / Permitting Cost & Processing Time

Private location costs are negotiated directly with location owners, usually through the fixer.

Drone Regulations:

All drones must be registered with the Civil Aviation Authority.

Drone Importation Regulations:

Drone import permission is typically processed alongside the film permit application.

Permit Issuance:

Ministry of Culture & Information
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Civil Aviation Authority

Timing:

Processing typically takes 2 to 3 weeks.

Cost:

Costs are approximately USD 1000.

Carnet Status:

South Sudan is not a carnet country. Productions must therefore arrange temporary import procedures directly through customs.

Required Documents:

Import request letter
Equipment list with serial numbers
Equipment valuation

Issuing Organization:

The relevant authority is South Sudan Customs.

Timing:

Customs clearance typically takes 2 to 3 weeks.

Cost:

Costs are at customs discretion.

General Overview:

South Sudan is currently considered a high-risk filming environment. International travel advisories commonly recommend against all travel because of armed conflict, crime, and political instability.

Security Requirements:

Security assessments are essential prior to travel
Experienced local fixers and security teams should be used
Secure transport and accommodation are required
Contingency and evacuation plans are strongly recommended
Security requirements will depend on the filming location and current risk level