South Africa passport → Sudan

Do South African citizens need a visa for Sudan?

Visa required in advance

South African passport holders need a visa for Sudan, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

What this means for your trip

Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.

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Sudan at a glance

Capital: Khartoum
Currency: Sudanese pound (SDG)
Languages: Arabic, English
Calling code: +249
Region: Northern Africa

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Sudan for other passports

South AfricaVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa required
United KingdomVisa required
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free
ChinaVisa on arrival60 days
SingaporeVisa required
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshNo admission
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Northern Africa for South African passport holders

TunisiaVisa-free90 days
EgyptVisa on arrival30 days
LibyaeVisa
AlgeriaVisa required
MoroccoVisa required

Common questions

Do South African citizens need a visa for Sudan?

South African passport holders need a visa for Sudan, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

How long can South African citizens stay in Sudan?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can South African citizens get a visa on arrival in Sudan?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can South African citizens visit without a visa?

93 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The South Africa passport ranks #47 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.