Sudan Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
6
Visa on arrival
4
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
10
Visa required in advance
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Sudan's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free or visa on arrival, you will need to apply for a Sudan tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Sudan Visa-Free (6)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Sudan without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Sudan (4)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Sudan border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

Fees

Sudan Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Entry Visa (business/tourist/other, non-Sudanese applicants) - Embassy of Sudan, Washington DC

    official sourcesudanembassy.org ↗

    USD 154

  • Entry Visa (non-Sudanese applicants) - Embassy of Sudan, London

    official sourcesudanembassy.org.uk ↗

    GBP 100 (~$133)

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Transit

Sudan Transit Visa

Sudan publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

Issued to foreign nationals passing through Sudan en route to an onward destination.

up to 7 days

Per the Embassy of Sudan (Ottawa) Entry Visa page, the applicant's passport should be duly endorsed with permission to enter the next country of destination after Sudan before a transit visa is applied for; the onward country of destination must be indicated on the application form together with the anticipated dates of arrival in and departure from Sudan. Transit falls within the short-stay one-to-seven-day band. Passport must be valid at least 6 months; processing takes at least three weeks. Fee not published on the Ottawa fee schedule online.

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FAQ

Sudan Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Sudan?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Sudan visa-free or with a visa on arrival. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Sudan tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Sudan without a visa?

6 countries can visit Sudan without a visa in 2026, including: Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, Saint Kitts and Nevis, United Arab Emirates. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Sudan.

How do I apply for a Sudan tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Sudan, you typically need to apply at a Sudan embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Sudan without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Sudan varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Sudan Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Sudan visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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