Embassy
Embassy of Sudan, Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.
Sudan visa requirements for American citizens
American citizens need a visa for Sudan, from its embassy or consulate.
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Sudan
Visa needed
A visa for people visiting Sudan as tourists.
- Visa
- Required
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Special rules for American citizens in Sudan
- If arriving from a country of high yellow fever risk and stayed for more than 12 hours, then Yellow Fever vaccine required.
- Exit visa required.
- The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping.
What to do
Find Sudan's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into Sudan
Apply before travel for a tourist visit.
Visa requiredTourist visaA visa for people visiting Sudan as tourists.
Official pageHow to apply
- Ask the embassy how to apply.
- Follow its form, payment and document rules.
Sources (7)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Sudan Embassy in Washington — Entry Visa
- Sudan Embassy in London — Visa Services
- Sudan Embassy in New Delhi — Visa Formalities
- Sudan Embassy in New Delhi — Fee Schedule Effective 1 January 2021
- Sudan Embassy in Berlin — Visa Application Form
- Sudan Mission in Geneva — Visa Guidelines
- Sudan Ministry of Interior — General Directorate of Passports and Immigration
Embassies for this trip
Book an appointment before you go.
Coming from United States
- Plugs C D F GAdapter needed
- MoneySDG ج.س
- Time+15h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageArabicSpoken at home too
- Emergency999 police
Planning your Sudan trip
- Pyramids of MeroeThese pyramids are about two and a half hours north of Khartoum. Permits are required before visiting.
- Naqa and MusawwaratThese ancient sites lie along the route towards Meroe, and Musawwarat is an important archaeological site. Permits are required, and the approach includes sandy tracks.
- Sufi rituals in OmdurmanThe source describes welcoming gatherings with drumming and trance dancing on Fridays, about an hour before sunset. They take place northwest of the Nile in Omdurman.
- Nile dam south of KhartoumThe dam is about one and a half hours south of Khartoum. The wide stretch of Nile downstream is popular with day visitors on Fridays and Saturdays.
Scams to watch for in Sudan
- Police demands for bribesPolice sometimes target travellers for bribes. A payment demand may follow an alleged rule breach, such as taking photographs in a prohibited area.
- Confusing old and new currency quotesPeople may quote prices in old pounds or dinars instead of current Sudanese pounds. They may also leave out the thousands when speaking. This is not necessarily deliberate fraud, but it can cause a mistaken payment or a dispute.
- Extra departure-tax demandDeparture tax is described as included in the ticket price, so a separate demand should be questioned. This is a possible overcharging issue, not an established frequent scam. Khartoum Airport is described as closed because of fighting.
About Sudan
Sudan is a republic in northeastern Africa on the Red Sea, crossed by the Nile river valley.
- Capital
- Khartoum
- Money
- Sudanese pound (ج.س)
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +249
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Questions
Are there special rules for American citizens visiting Sudan?
Where can American citizens enter Sudan?
Only through: Khartoum International Airport is currently closed, making it very difficult for Americans to leave the country..
Do American citizens need to register with the police in Sudan?
Registration within 3 days mandatory.
Do american citizens need a visa for Sudan?
American citizens need a visa for Sudan, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a Sudan visa?
At Sudan's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help american citizens enter Sudan?
We have no record of Sudan relaxing its rules for american citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do sudanese citizens need a visa for the United States?
the United States is not letting in sudanese citizens at the moment.
Do other Americas passports get easier entry to Sudan?
None of the 10 other Americas passports we compared enter without applying first.
Which countries near Sudan are easier for american citizens?
Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Angola Botswana, and 3 more let american citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Sudan?
Find Sudan's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in Sudan?
Sudanese pound (ج.س). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Sudan?
Arabic and English.
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