The U.S. Embassy in South Sudan has stopped providing routine visa services, following a decision by the U.S. Department of State to shift some visa operations in Africa to regional processing hubs. The change took effect on August 1, 2026, and affects South Sudanese citizens and residents applying for U.S. visas. The State Department says the move will also help “improve efficiency” and respond to changing U.S. immigration policy priorities. However, immigrant visa applicants from South Sudan will continue to apply through the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya. South Sudanese applicants are advised to check the U.S. Department of State’s official visa information for current requirements, appointment procedures and any updates to processing arrangements.