Country Guide

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Sudan flag

Sudan Travel Guide

Africa

Khartoum Capital
SDG Currency
Arabic Language
+249 Calling Code
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Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visas Are Required For Most International Travelers And Must Be Obtained In Advance.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Visa application form
Cash Declaration Limit $5000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Fake guides
  • Overcharging

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 999
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Rare
Pharmacy Limited Hours
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Fair
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Cash Essential
Mobile Payments Local Mobile Payment Apps
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping Tipping Is Common, Around 10% In Restaurants.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30 Tourist: $80 Family: $200

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Conservatively, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
مرحبًا
Marhaban
Goodbye
وداعًا
Wada'an
Please
من فضلك
Min fadlik
Thank you
شكرًا
Shukran
Sorry
آسف
Asif
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
هل تتحدث الإنجليزية؟
Hal tatahaddath al-ingliziyya?
I don’t understand
لا أفهم
La afham
Can you speak slowly, please?
هل يمكنك التحدث ببطء، من فضلك؟
Hal yumkinuka at-tahadduth bibut', min fadlik?
Can you help me, please?
هل يمكنك مساعدتي، من فضلك؟
Hal yumkinuka musa'adati, min fadlik?
What does this mean?
ماذا يعني هذا؟
Mada ya'ni hatha?

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Top Attractions

Landmark

Pyramids of Meroë

Ancient pyramids of the Nubian Kingdom.

~2 h ~US$10
Museum

Khartoum Museum

Showcases Sudan's rich history.

~1.5 h ~US$5
Landmark

John Garang Memorial

A prominent monument dedicated to the former leader of South Sudan.

~1 h Free entry
City guide Juba

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