How Long Can I Stay in Sudan?
Complete guide for UK passport holders. Last verified 2026-02-04.
Maximum Stay
Visa required - contact embassy
At a Glance
Duration
Visa required - contact embassy
Visa Type
Tourist Visa Required
Entry Requirements
- Passport valid for 6 months after arrival
- Visa required - apply through Sudanese Embassy in UK or embassy in country you're travelling from
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
- Must register with Aliens Department at Ministry of Interior within 3 days of arrival
Important Things to Know
Exit visa needed if entered on single-entry visa (not always enforced) - get from Port Sudan Airport Immigration
Travel permit required to leave Red Sea State - apply in country, pay fee
Requirements vary by state - different fees and processes for different destinations
Israeli visa/stamp in passport = entry refused
Must register within 3 days at Aliens Department (need 2 passport photos, pay fee) - fine if late
Children 17 and under need father's consent letter (stamped at Embassy) to enter and exit
Solo mothers/guardians need court order showing sole custody
Additional Information
Complex visa requirements with regional travel permits needed. Registration mandatory within 3 days.
Official Sources
UK Government Foreign Travel Advice
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/sudan/entry-requirementsLast verified: 2026-02-04
Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling, as visa policies can change.
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