Is it okay to use ATMs late in the evening in South Sudan or should I stick to daytime withdrawals only? I am a single woman travelling so want to be safe.
The only ATM I saw open past 6 PM was attached to a UN compound. Otherwise, most locals and foreigners rely on day-time banking or cash handlers. Travel tip: if you’re entering South Sudan, bring crisp USD notes and avoid relying on local ATMs, especially after dark.
ATMs in South Sudan may accept foreign cards in Juba, but machine reliability is poor. Power cuts, card rejection, and long queues are common. Is it safe to withdraw money at night in South Sudan? No - the risks of robbery, poor lighting, and lack of police presence make it unsafe.
There are few working ATMs in South Sudan, and they’re often out of cash or offline. Night withdrawals are rare - even expats prefer using money transfer services or withdrawing USD during bank hours. Late-night cash access in Juba is extremely limited and should be avoided entirely for safety.
I was working in Juba for a few weeks. Used an ATM from Equity Bank once during the day - guarded, inside a compound. ATM safety at night in South Sudan isn’t really a factor because it’s not advisable to be out at night at all. Most banks close by 5 PM and electricity outages are frequent.