Expand your Global Workforce to 
South Sudan
- Hire talent in compliance with South Sudan’s labor laws
- Securing legal documentation for foreign employees
- Smooth career transition support for employees
- Ensure adherence to South Sudan’s Labor Act
- Accurately manage the payroll process
- Offer complete EOR services in South Sudan
POPULATION
11,940,000
LANGUAGES
English
COUNTRY CAPITAL
Juba
CURRENCY
SSP
A Glance at South Sudan
South Sudan is a landlocked country in East Africa with a population of 11.94 million people. South Sudan is the world’s newest country, having gained independence in 2011. English is the official language, although more than 60 indigenous languages are spoken. The GDP is estimated to be around $4 billion in 2025, but figures vary depending on the source. The country heavily relies on oil exports. South Sudan’s economy has experienced significant volatility due to fluctuations in oil prices and global market shifts.
13
Holidays Per Year
40 hrs per week
Working hours
Compensation & Benefits in South Sudan
SSP 1,500
Average wage per month
3-4 weeks
Annual vacation leave (min)
Are you expanding your business into South Sudan? Talent Grid Africa can act as the legal employer for your employees as you focus on growing your business. We will handle all administrative tasks, including hiring, payroll, and taxes, without the need to establish a legal entity in South Sudan.
Payroll Taxes in South Sudan
South Sudan operates on a progressive personal income tax system. According to the Financial Act 2019/2020, the tax rate ranges from 0% to 20% depending on the income. However, the law exempts the following incomes from personal income tax; Wages received by foreign diplomatic and consular representatives and foreign personnel of liaison offices. Wages received by foreign representatives, officials, and employees of international government organizations.
Hiring in South Sudan can be overwhelming, especially since you will be navigating unfamiliar employment laws and regulations. Fortunately, Talent Grid Africa can help you enter South Sudan’s market without setting up a local entity. Here are our comprehensive EOR services in South Sudan.
- International Recruitment. We can identify and hire international employees, ensuring compliance with South Sudan’s labor laws and regulations.
- Work Permits and Visas. Our team will handle the work permit and visa application process for foreign employees.
- Payroll Outsourcing. We calculate salaries, ensure timely payment, and withhold taxes in line with the tax regulations.
- Outplacement Services. Our team helps exiting employees have a smooth career transition by offering stress-free outplacement services.
- With Talent Grid Africa, you can expand your business operations into South Sudan since we handle all your employer responsibilities.
- We ensure quick and compliant onboarding by handling employee contracts and other legal documents.
- Our team handles work permits and visas, ensuring employees have the legal authority to work in South Sudan.
- We manage payroll accurately and ensure your employees receive payment on time with all taxes and statutory deductions handled correctly.
- Our EOR services help you mitigate employment and compliance risks in South Sudan by managing contracts, terminations, and legal obligations per the local laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
An Employer of Record (EOR) allows businesses to hire and manage employees in South Sudan without establishing a local entity. Talent Grid Africa acts as the legal employer, handling hiring, payroll, compliance, and taxation.
Employees in South Sudan typically work 40 hours per week, with 8 hours per day. Overtime is voluntary but limited to 3 hours per day and 10 hours per week.
As of 2024, South Sudan does not have an official minimum wage. Employers and employees agree on compensation terms through contracts.
Benefits include annual leave, maternity and paternity leave, sick leave, rest days, and coverage under the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) for pensions, disability, and survivor benefits.
Talent Grid Africa provides international recruitment, work permit and visa processing, payroll outsourcing, and outplacement services, ensuring compliance with South Sudanese labour laws and tax regulations.