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Sudan visas

Sudan visa on arrival

Certain nationalities can obtain a visa when they arrive. The listed stay is 60 days for five countries and indefinite for Kenya.

Ways to get a Sudan visa on arrival

  2. Visa on arrival with no fixed time limit

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of Kenya.

    Stay
    Indefinite period.

    Passports that qualify (1)

Who needs it

Eligible travellers can obtain a visa on arrival instead of obtaining one before travel.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival.

Good to know

  • Register with the police within 24 hours of arrival.
  • A direct-arrival requirement is listed, but the nationalities it applies to are not specified.
  • There are also visa-on-arrival routes for eligible family members and certain diplomatic or special passport holders.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Sudan?

Eligible travellers can obtain a visa on arrival instead of obtaining one before travel.

What are the ways to get a visa on arrival for Sudan?

There are 2 options: Visa on arrival for 60 days (a visa at the border); Visa on arrival with no fixed time limit (a visa at the border).

How long can I stay on a Sudan visa on arrival?

60 days for citizens of China, Eritrea, Malaysia, Qatar and Turkey.

What documents do I need for a Sudan visa on arrival?

Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival..

What rules do I have to follow on a Sudan visa on arrival?

Register with the police within 24 hours of arrival.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Sudan?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Sudan visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Sudan be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Sudan visa on arrival rules?

On Sudan's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Sudan?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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