Sudan Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passports
To enter Sudan, a passport valid for at least six months is required by nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visas
Visas for Sudan are required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visa Note
The Sudanese authorities refuse entry and transit to holders of passports that contain visas for Israel (either valid or expired).
Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.
Types and Cost
Visit visa (covers all types of visit): £75 (American nationals: £100). A letter of introduction is required.
Validity
Visit visa: 60 days from the date of issue and valid for a stay of up to 60 days from the date of entry.
Application to
Consular section at embassy. Foreign nationals need to apply for a unique entry permit number at the Aliens Department of the Ministry of Interior in Khartoum, before applying for a visa.
Working days
Allow four to six weeks for visa processing.
Compulsary Registration
You must register with the Aliens Department within three days of arrival for a fee of around £35 (payable in local currency). You need to bring two passport-size photos.
Extension of stay
If you wish to extend your visit, you should contact the General Directorate of Passports, Immigration and Nationality, Ministry of Interior, Khartoum.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
British Embassy in Sudan
Telephone: (183) 777105
Website: http://ukinsudan.fco.gov.uk/en
Address: , off Sharia Al Baladia, PO Box No 801, Khartoum East, ,
Opening times:
Sun-Wed 0800 – 1600, Thurs 0800 – 1430 (embassy); Sun– Thurs 0830 – 1330 (acceptance of applications), 1330 – 1430 for enquiries except Thurs which is 1300 -1400 (visas).
Embassy of the Republic of Sudan in the USA
Telephone: (202) 338 8565.
Website: http://www.sudanembassy.org
Address: NW, 2210 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri: 0900-1600
Embassy of the Republic of Sudan in the UK
Telephone: (020) 7839 8080.
Website: http://www.sudan-embassy.co.uk
Address: St James's, 3 Cleveland Row, London, SW1A 1DD,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0930-1600 (general enquiries); Mon-Fri 0930-1230 (visa section).
