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Sudan visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Sudan? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Northern Africa | Continent: Africa

Sudan flag
4Visa-free
0eVisa
3Visa on arrival
191Visa required

Sudan entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 4 can enter Sudan visa-free (most commonly for up to 30 days) and 3 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 191 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

7 of 198 passports can travel to Sudan without arranging anything before departure.

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Sudan entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Sudan
United States of AmericaVisa required
United KingdomVisa required
CanadaVisa required
AustraliaVisa required
GermanyVisa required
FranceVisa required
IndiaVisa required
ChinaVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
South AfricaVisa required
BrazilVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Sudan visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Sudan.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa01052
Asia42045
Europe00045
North America00023
Oceania00014
South America00012

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 4
Visa on arrival 3
Visa required 191

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Sudan?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 4 can enter visa-free, 3 can get a visa on arrival and 191 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Sudan without a visa?

4 passports have visa-free access to Sudan, including United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait and Yemen. The most common visa-free stay is 30 days.

Does Sudan offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 3 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Sudan. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Sudan?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 1 can enter Sudan visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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