Sudan Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Sudan. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Sudan. You must have a visa and a yellow fever certificate, and register within 3 days of arrival.
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Sudan travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Required before travel
Certificate required
Israeli stamps mean refusal
Official source: GOV.UK Sudan entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months from arrival
- Visa needed to enter
- Register within 3 days of arrival
- Exit visa may be needed to leave
Passport validity for Sudan
To enter Sudan, your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
If your passport has an Israeli visa, entry or exit stamp, you will not be allowed to enter.
Visas
You must have a visa to enter Sudan. Apply through the Sudanese Embassy in the UK or in the country you are travelling from.
If you enter on a single-entry visa, you will need an exit visa to leave, though this is not always enforced.
Arriving and registration
You must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
You must register with the Aliens Department within 3 days of arrival, with 2 passport photos. Children under 18 need their father's consent to enter and leave.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Sudan?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Do I need a visa for Sudan?
Yes. You must have a visa to enter Sudan.
Can I enter Sudan with an Israeli stamp?
No. If your passport has an Israeli visa, entry or exit stamp, you will not be allowed to enter.