Africa
Sudan
Active civil war between the army and the RSF since April 2023, with famine, mass atrocities and no functioning tourism. The UK advises against all travel and the embassy in Khartoum is closed.
- US travel advisoryLevel 4Do not travelDetails
- Visa4 of 198passports can visit visa-freeDetails
- CurrencySDGUS$1 ≈ ج.س510.51Details
- Price level215%of US prices (World Bank PPP)
- English1/5Rare
- PlugsType C, D230 V, 50 HzDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDrink bottled water only; cholera outbreaks are widespread.Details
- LGBTQ+CriminalizedSame-sex relations are punished severely; there is no scene.Details
- DrivingOn the rightDo not drive. Frontlines, checkpoints and landmines make road travel deadly.
When to visit Sudan
November-March is cooler. April-June is extremely hot; rains arrive June-September.
Good to know
Entry
- Visas are effectively not available; most embassies are closed or restricted.
- Airports are damaged or closed; check current flight status.
- Exit is difficult and borders can close without notice.
Laws visitors break by accident
- Photographing military sites or checkpoints leads to detention.
- Same-sex relations are criminalised.
Etiquette
- Dress conservatively; cover arms and legs.
- Do not photograph people or buildings without consent.
Tipping
Small tips are customary.
Neighbouring countries
Sources
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