Doing business in South Sudan, step by step
How to register a company, get licences, pay taxes and import goods in South Sudan, from official laws, ministries and the revenue authority, dated. Updated 20 October 2026.
Start a business
- How to register a company in South Sudan
Steps, documents, fees and timelines for registering a company in South Sudan under the Companies Act 2012, from official sources.
- Investment law in South Sudan
The Investment Promotion Act 2009, the Investment Authority, investment certificates, incentives and guarantees for investors in South Sudan.
Taxes
- Business taxes in South Sudan
Business profit tax, income tax, excise and sales tax in South Sudan under the Taxation Act 2009 and Financial Acts, and how to file and pay.
Import and trade
- Import permits and customs clearance in South Sudan
Import licences, customs clearance at Nimule, electronic permits and the suspended e-petroleum fee in South Sudan, from official sources and named press.
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