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Do China passport holders need a visa to visit SD?

Chinese ordinary passport holders need a visa for Sudan, obtained in advance from a Sudanese embassy or consulate (the Embassy of Sudan in Beijing). There is no reliable visa-on-arrival or eVisa channel confirmed for Chinese tourists. Critically, Sudan is in active civil war as of 2026; China and most governments advise against all travel, Khartoum airport service is severely disrupted, and tourist visas are effectively not being issued. A Chinese (CN) ordinary passport holder traveling to Sudan (SD) for a short tourist visit is visa-required. Sudan grants visa-free access to only a handful of Arab states (Egypt, Kuwait, UAE, Yemen, Qatar); China is not among them, and only Chinese diplomatic/official/service passport holders are exempt. The official Embassy of Sudan and the published Sudan visa policy do not confirm an eVisa or visa-on-arrival channel for Chinese ordinary passport holders, so a paper visa must be secured in advance from a Sudanese diplomatic mission (Embassy of Sudan in Beijing). Standard documentation includes a passport valid 6+ months with blank pages, application form, photo, proof of onward travel, sufficient funds, and typically a sponsor/invitation or confirmed itinerary; consular fees are roughly USD 100-150 with processing up to 10 working days. Overriding all of this, Sudan has been in full-scale armed conflict between the SAF and RSF since April 2023 and remains so in 2026. China's MFA and Western governments (US, UK, Canada, Australia) advise against all travel; Khartoum International Airport operates only limited traffic and Port Sudan airport is subject to drone attacks. In practice, tourist visas are not being issued and tourism travel is not viable. Real travelers should treat Sudan as closed to tourism and consult the Sudan embassy in Beijing and China's MFA before any travel.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist/visit visa (paper, embassy-issued)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days (sometimes extendable +30 days with local police registration)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 100-154 consular fee (varies by mission)
consular fee only
Processing time
Up to 10 working days
standard track
Validity
Typically 60-90 days from issue to enter
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm travel is even possible
Sudan is in active civil war. Check China MFA advisories and the Sudan embassy in Beijing before doing anything. Tourist visas are effectively not being issued and most flights are suspended.
· Mandatory first step· Active conflict
/02
Contact the Embassy of Sudan in Beijing
There is no confirmed eVisa or visa-on-arrival for Chinese ordinary passports. Apply in person/by mail through the Sudanese embassy or consulate to confirm current requirements and whether applications are being accepted.
· Embassy of Sudan, Beijing
/03
Assemble your documents
Prepare a passport valid 6+ months with blank pages, completed application form, recent passport photos, proof of onward/return travel, proof of funds, and an invitation or sponsor letter if requested.
· 6-month passport validity
/04
Submit application and pay the fee
Lodge the application at the mission and pay the consular fee (roughly USD 100-154). Credit cards are often not accepted; confirm accepted payment methods in advance.
· Cash/money order common
/05
Wait for processing
Allow up to 10 working days. Itineraries do not expedite processing; apply well ahead of any intended date.
· Up to 10 working days
/06
On arrival, register with police
If permitted to enter, register with the Aliens Department / local police within 3 days of arrival, as Sudan requires alien registration.
· Register within 3 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
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Passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
required
At least two blank passport pages
required
Completed Sudan visa application form
required
Recent passport-sized photographs
required
Proof of onward or return travel
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
required
Invitation letter or sponsor / confirmed hotel booking
recommended
Consular fee in an accepted payment form (cash/money order)
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (commonly required)
recommended
Check China MFA advisory and embassy operating status before applying
required
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Consular visa feeUSD 100-154Varies by Sudanese mission; subject to change
Service/handling fee (if using an agency)USD 50-99Optional third-party service charge, not an official fee
Alien registration on arrivalLocal fee (varies)Police/Aliens Department registration within 3 days of entry
Total estimateUSD 100 — USD 250incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy of Sudan in Beijing (in-person/mail)
Up to 10 working days
The only confirmed channel for Chinese ordinary passport holders; submit application, documents and fee directly to the mission.
Third-party visa agency
3-10 working days
Some agencies advertise faster handling, but they route through the same consular process and add a service fee. No genuine eVisa is confirmed for Chinese tourists.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Active armed conflict
Sudan has been in full-scale war between the SAF and RSF since April 2023, ongoing in 2026. Travel is dangerous and tourist visas are effectively not issued.
High
/02
China not on visa-exempt list
Sudan waives visas only for a few Arab states (Egypt, Kuwait, UAE, Yemen, Qatar). Chinese ordinary passports are not exempt.
High
/03
No confirmed eVisa or visa-on-arrival
The official Sudan embassy lists eVisa and VoA as not available; aggregator claims of an eVisa are unverified for Chinese ordinary passports.
Medium
/04
Disrupted air access
Khartoum airport runs only limited traffic and Port Sudan airport faces drone attacks, making entry impractical.
High
/05
Severe travel advisories
China MFA and Western governments advise against all travel due to conflict, crime, kidnapping and health risks.
High
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
China to Sudan route verified
Confirmed via the Sudan visa policy and the official Embassy of Sudan that Chinese ordinary passport holders are visa-required, with no functional eVisa or visa-on-arrival; only Chinese diplomatic/official passports are exempt. Also confirmed that Sudan remains in active civil war with do-not-travel advisories and that tourist travel is not viable.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Chinese tourist get a Sudan visa on arrival?—
No. The official Sudan embassy lists visa-on-arrival as not available for Chinese ordinary passport holders. A visa must be obtained in advance from a Sudanese mission.
Is there a Sudan eVisa for Chinese citizens?+
Is Sudan safe to visit in 2026?+
Are flights to Sudan operating?+
Which passport types can enter Sudan without a visa?+
How long does a Sudan visa take to process?+
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