Sudán
Código Telefónico
+249
Capital
Khartoum
Población
46 millones
Nombre Nativo
السودان
Región
África
África del Norte
Zona Horaria
Eastern African Time
UTC+02:00
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⚠️ CRITICAL TRAVEL WARNING: U.S. State Department issued Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory for Sudan as of October 15, 2025, advising against all travel due to "risk of unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines, and health threats." UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to Sudan due to ongoing military conflict in Khartoum and throughout the country, with the only exception being the Hala'ib Triangle and Bir Tawil Trapezoid restricted to essential purposes. U.S. Embassy suspended operations in Khartoum in April 2023 with no routine consular services available. British Embassy in Khartoum closed with no consular staff present. UK Foreign Office warns "there have been several ceasefires, but these have been regularly broken," creating severe risks throughout Sudan. UK Foreign Office confirms Khartoum International Airport remains closed, with Port Sudan Airport the sole civilian facility handling international flights though it experienced drone strikes in May 2025. UK government warns "The UK government is no longer evacuating people from Sudan," requiring individuals to arrange their own departure. Sudan, Africa's third-largest country with population of 46 million, historically attracted limited tourism to ancient pyramids at Meroë, archaeological sites along the Nile, Red Sea diving at Port Sudan, and Nubian cultural heritage, but current military conflict makes all travel extremely dangerous. This information provided solely for essential travelers (diplomatic personnel, aid workers, journalists) who must travel despite warnings; all others should avoid Sudan entirely until security situation improves and governments lift travel restrictions.
Sudan Visa & Immigration System (FOR ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ONLY)
⚠️ TRAVEL STRONGLY DISCOURAGED: Information below provided only for essential travelers who must visit Sudan despite government warnings. U.S. State Department confirms tourist visa required for entry, obtained before travel from Embassy of Sudan, with U.S. citizens holding Sudanese national identification documents potentially exempt. Passport must have minimum 6 months validity beyond entry date with at least 2 pages blank per U.S. State Department. Entry requirements include valid passport, entry visa or permit, and WHO yellow fever vaccination card if arriving from endemic areas per U.S. State Department. U.S. State Department warns previous Israeli travel now permitted following 2020 normalization agreement, changing previous entry restrictions. HIV/AIDS restrictions apply: work or residence visas require negative HIV test results with travelers advised to verify current restrictions with Sudanese Embassy before traveling per U.S. State Department. Travel permits required for areas outside Khartoum per U.S. State Department. Cash-only economy: U.S. State Department confirms credit cards do not work in Sudan, requiring all transactions in cash. Medical facilities severely limited per U.S. State Department. U.S. State Department warns armed conflict, terrorism, kidnapping, landmines, and widespread crime pose severe threats throughout country, particularly in Khartoum, Darfur, and Kordofan regions. UK Foreign Office confirms active military conflict creates severe risks throughout country. UK Foreign Office warns insurance obtained after traveling against FCDO advice may be invalidated, advising those proceeding secure comprehensive coverage including itinerary, activities, and emergency expenses. UK Foreign Office provides emergency support line +44 1908 516 666 (24/7, select option 2 for consular services) but warns consular support capabilities severely limited with in-person assistance within Sudan unavailable. Port Sudan Airport currently sole functioning international airport with limited airline operations and ongoing surveillance drone activity per UK Foreign Office. This information does not constitute encouragement to travel; multiple governments unanimously advise against all travel to Sudan.
Tipos de Visa Comunes
Tourist Visa (Entry Strongly Discouraged)
⚠️ NOT RECOMMENDED: Tourist visa technically available but U.S. State Department Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory and UK Foreign Office advice against all travel means leisure tourism inappropriate and extremely dangerous. Historical tourist attractions including Meroë pyramids, Nile archaeological sites, and Red Sea diving currently inaccessible or extremely risky due to ongoing military conflict. U.S. State Department confirms tourist visa required, obtained before travel from Embassy of Sudan. Application requires completed visa application forms, valid passport with minimum 6 months validity and 2 blank pages, passport photographs, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, return tickets, yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from endemic areas, and tourist visa fees. Processing through Sudanese diplomatic missions; timeline varies significantly given current security situation and limited embassy operations. U.S. State Department warns no routine consular services available with U.S. Embassy operations suspended since April 2023. UK Embassy closed with no consular staff present. Travel permits required for areas outside Khartoum per U.S. State Department. Armed conflict, terrorism, kidnapping, landmines, and widespread crime pose severe threats particularly in Khartoum, Darfur, and Kordofan regions per U.S. State Department. UK Foreign Office confirms Khartoum International Airport closed with Port Sudan Airport sole functioning facility experiencing drone strikes. Medical facilities severely limited; emergency evacuation extremely difficult. Cash-only economy with credit cards non-functional. Insurance likely invalidated if traveling against government advice. Multiple governments unanimously advise against leisure tourism to Sudan; travelers should reconsider travel entirely.
Business/Official Visa (Essential Travel Only)
Business activities, diplomatic missions, NGO humanitarian work, international organization operations, and official government business for personnel who must travel despite severe security warnings. U.S. State Department confirms visa required, obtained before travel from Embassy of Sudan. Application requires invitation letter from Sudanese organization or government entity, letter from employer explaining purpose and necessity of travel despite security situation, completed visa application forms, valid passport with minimum 6 months validity and 2 blank pages, passport photographs, proof of accommodation, yellow fever vaccination certificate if applicable, HIV negative test for work visas per U.S. State Department, and business visa fees. Processing through Sudanese diplomatic missions; extended delays possible given current situation. Business travelers face same severe security risks as tourists: U.S. State Department warns armed conflict, terrorism, kidnapping, landmines, and widespread crime throughout country. UK Foreign Office confirms active military conflict with regularly broken ceasefires. Limited consular support available with U.S. Embassy operations suspended and British Embassy closed. Travel permits required for movements outside Khartoum. Port Sudan Airport sole functioning international gateway with limited operations. Cash-only economy requires carrying significant cash with associated security risks. Comprehensive security briefings, evacuation plans, medical evacuation insurance, and risk mitigation measures essential. Common for humanitarian workers with major NGOs, diplomatic personnel, UN staff, and international organization employees who cannot avoid travel. Organizations should implement stringent security protocols and question necessity of travel given extreme risks.
Work/Residence Visa (Humanitarian/Diplomatic Personnel)
Long-term employment with international organizations, NGOs conducting humanitarian operations, diplomatic missions, UN agencies, and similar essential organizations operating in Sudan despite security situation. U.S. State Department confirms visa required, obtained before travel from Embassy of Sudan. Work and residence visas require negative HIV test results per U.S. State Department; verify current restrictions with Sudanese Embassy before traveling. Application requires employment contract from sponsoring organization, proof of qualifications and credentials, completed visa application forms, valid passport with minimum 6 months validity and 2 blank pages, passport photographs, HIV negative test results, yellow fever vaccination certificate if applicable, police clearance certificates, medical examination, sponsoring organization documentation, and work visa fees. Processing through Sudanese diplomatic missions; timeline extended given security situation. Work visa holders face ongoing security threats: U.S. State Department warns armed conflict, terrorism, kidnapping, landmines, and widespread crime create severe dangers particularly in Khartoum, Darfur, and Kordofan regions. UK Foreign Office confirms active military conflict throughout country with regularly broken ceasefires. Travel permits required for areas outside Khartoum. Limited medical facilities; emergency evacuation extremely challenging with Khartoum International Airport closed. Port Sudan Airport sole functioning gateway with ongoing drone activity. Cash-only economy complicates operations. Organizations deploying personnel must implement comprehensive security measures including secure accommodations, armed escorts, evacuation plans, medical evacuation arrangements, and question whether physical presence necessary given extreme risks. Common for UN personnel, major humanitarian NGOs, diplomatic staff, and international organization employees. Many organizations withdrawn staff or working remotely; in-country presence should be minimal and absolutely essential only.
Critical Warnings for Sudan (TRAVEL STRONGLY DISCOURAGED)
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TRAVEL TO SUDAN STRONGLY DISCOURAGED: Multiple governments advise against all travel. For absolutely essential travel only (diplomatic, humanitarian), consult your government's foreign ministry and the Embassy of Sudan regarding visa requirements. iVisa does not encourage or facilitate leisure tourism to Sudan given extreme security risks.
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