South Sudan Trade Intelligence
Comprehensive economic data, market insights, and trade information to help you make informed business decisions.
Economic OverviewStable Outlook
GDP
$45.2B
GDP Growth
+3.2%
GDP/Capita
$2,450
Inflation Rate8.5%
Unemployment Rate12.4%
Debt to GDP45%
FDI Inflows (Annual)
$2.8B
Credit Rating
B+Trade Agreements & Market Access
View AllAfCFTA Member
African Continental Free Trade Area
54
Countries
90%
Tariff Elimination
$3.4T
Market Size
Ratified: 2019 • Trading Status: Active
Learn moreOther Trade Agreements
EACregional
activeCommon market access
East Africa
Total Active Agreements2
Preferential Market Access0+ countries
Export Strengths & Competitive Advantages
Top Export Products
Crude oil
Gold
Livestock
Gum arabic
Competitive Advantages
Indian Ocean trade corridorEAC common market accessEnergy sector expertiseRich mineral resourcesAfCFTA member stateCompetitive labor costs
Export Incentives & Benefits
✓
Oil sector incentives✓
EAC preferential accessRegulatory & Compliance Requirements
Full GuideRequired Export Documents
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin
Export License
Customs Declaration
Export Procedure Steps
1Register with trade ministry
2Obtain export license
3Apply for Certificate of Origin
4Submit customs declaration
Logistics Performance IndexImproving
Overall LPI Score
2.70/ 5.00
Below Average
World Rank
#95
of 160
Score Breakdown
Customs Efficiency2.50
Infrastructure Quality2.40
Int'l Shipments2.80
Logistics Competence2.60
Tracking & Tracing2.50
Timeliness3.00
Data Source: World Bank Logistics Performance Index
Ports & Entry Points
View All PortsSouth Sudan is a landlocked country. International trade is conducted through neighboring countries' ports.
Explore Regional PortsKey Trade Institutions in South Sudan
Ministry of Trade and Industry
Export Authoritywww.goss.org
+211 920 000 000
South Sudan Customs Service
CustomsSouth Sudan Bureau of Standards
Standards BodyNeed help navigating South Sudan's trade requirements?
