Africa
Money, cards and tipping in Sudan
SDGPound
Money in Sudan
Cash only Banks and cards are largely non-functional; cash only. The Sudanese pound is volatile and black-market rates differ sharply. US$1 ≈ ج.س510.51 (03 Oct 2026).
Key facts
- Tipping: Small tips are customary.
- ATMs: Foreign cards do not work at ATMs.
- Paying by phone: Local bank apps such as Bankak work for residents only.
- Price level: about 215% of US prices (World Bank PPP).
Quick answers
Do you tip in Sudan?
Small tips are customary.
Is Sudan cashless?
Cash only. Banks and cards are largely non-functional; cash only. The Sudanese pound is volatile and black-market rates differ sharply.
What currency does Sudan use?
The Pound (SDG). US$1 ≈ ج.س510.51 (03 Oct 2026).
Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- US State Department travel advisory
- UK FCDO travel advice: Sudan
- World Bank open data
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