1. Do Not Travel: Travel advisories have repeatedly warned that the security situation in South Sudan is severe, and recommend that travelers avoid non-essential travel. Please rely solely on the latest official advisories.
2. Register Your Trip: If you must travel, be sure to register your itinerary and contact details with your embassy or consulate, and maintain regular communication so family and institutions can track your whereabouts.
3. Insurance with Evacuation Coverage: Purchase travel insurance that includes emergency medical treatment and evacuation. Prepare an evacuation plan and multiple backup communication methods—do not skip this step.
4. Avoid Traveling at Night: Do not travel alone at night or in remote areas. Always travel with others and keep communication lines open. Stick to fixed, predictable routes as much as possible.
5. Prevent Malaria and Heatstroke: South Sudan is a high-risk area for malaria. Bring mosquito repellent and follow your doctor’s advice for prevention. Also pay attention to sun protection and hydration—avoid prolonged sun exposure.
6. Visa and Yellow Fever Certificate: Obtain your visa in advance and carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate. It may be checked upon entry, so bring the original document with you.
7. Cash in US Dollars Preferred: The South Sudanese pound suffers from high inflation. Carry crisp US dollar bills for necessary transactions, and avoid holding large amounts of local currency.
8. Bring Your Own Medications and Water Purification Supplies: Medical resources are extremely limited. Bring essential medications and water purification equipment. Drink only bottled or purified water, and be mindful of food hygiene.
9. Respect Local Customs: Cattle are a symbol of wealth and status. Always ask for permission before photographing people, villages, or cattle. Avoid treating local life with a sensationalist attitude.
10. Voltage and Phone Service: The local voltage is 220V, and outlets are mostly UK-style three-pin or European-style. To call locally, dial +211. You can buy a local SIM card after arrival.

Finally, a serious reminder: The travel risks in South Sudan are far higher than in most destinations. No amount of preparation can replace an improvement in the actual security situation. Travel advisories advise against non-essential travel to South Sudan. Consider this warning above all other guides and plans. If you must go for work or other essential reasons, rely on professional support, register your travel, arrange for security and evacuation plans, and stay updated on the latest consular advisories and local developments. Travel prepared, return safely, and always put safety before experience. Understanding a country doesn’t require you to visit it in person—reading maps, researching, and following its developments are also ways of connecting with the world.