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India to Sudan visa requirements

Q: Is there a Sudan eVisa for Indian tourists?

Sudan operates a limited electronic visa facility, but it is oriented to business, work, humanitarian and official travel. A reliable tourist eVisa channel is not available, so plan to apply through the embassy.

Q: How long does a Sudan visa take to process?

Typically 7-10 working days at the Embassy of Sudan. Submitting a flight itinerary does not speed up processing.

Q: Is it safe to travel to Sudan in 2026?

No. Sudan has been in armed conflict since April 2023 and carries a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory. Tourist travel is strongly discouraged and effectively not viable.

Q: What documents do I need for a Sudan visa?

A passport valid 6+ months, application form, photos, sponsorship/invitation letter, flight itinerary, accommodation proof, the consular fee, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

Q: How much does a Sudan visa cost for Indians?

The consular/processing fee is roughly USD 100-154 depending on the mission and category, plus any agency and vaccination costs.

Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Sudan; there is no visa-free entry and no visa on arrival. A visa must be obtained in advance from the Embassy of Sudan before travel. Note: Sudan is in active armed conflict (Level 4 "Do Not Travel"), so tourist travel is effectively not viable and a tourist visa channel is not reliably available. As of 2026, India (IN) ordinary passport holders require a visa to enter Sudan (SD). Sudan does not grant visa-free access or visa on arrival to Indian citizens. Visas are issued in advance by the Embassy/Consulate of Sudan, with documents including a passport valid for at least 6 months, application form, photos, sponsorship/invitation letter, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate. A limited electronic visa facility exists but is oriented to business, work, humanitarian and official travel rather than tourism. Critically, Sudan has been in armed conflict since April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces; major governments maintain a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory and diplomatic missions in Khartoum suspended normal operations. Tourist travel is therefore not practical and the conservative verdict is visa-required. Travelers must verify the latest status with the Embassy of Sudan and the Indian Ministry of External Affairs 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.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Entry visa (issued by Embassy of Sudan; limited e-visa for non-tourist categories)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single visit), extendable inside Sudan

per entry

Entries

Single entry (typical)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 100-154 consular/processing fee (varies by category and mission)

consular fee only

Processing time

About 7-10 working days

standard track

Validity

Visa valid for entry within ~60 days of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm travel is possible

Before anything, check the Indian MEA and the destination advisory. Sudan is under a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory due to armed conflict; confirm whether the Embassy of Sudan is currently issuing visas to Indian tourists.

· Mandatory· Conflict zone

/02

Identify the correct mission

Locate the Embassy/Consulate of Sudan accredited to India (New Delhi) or your country of residence. There is no tourist visa on arrival for Indian citizens.

· Embassy of Sudan

/03

Gather documents

Prepare a passport valid 6+ months, completed application form, recent passport photos, flight itinerary, accommodation details, a sponsorship/invitation letter, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· 6-month validity· Yellow fever

/04

Submit the application

Lodge the application and pay the consular fee by the accepted payment method (money order, cashier's check, or cash; cards often not accepted). Apply well in advance.

· Pay fee· Apply early

/05

Await processing

Allow 7-10 working days. Flight itineraries do not expedite processing. Track status with the mission.

· 7-10 working days

/06

Collect visa and verify entry rules

Collect the passport with the visa, recheck validity window and permitted stay, and re-verify the security/advisory situation immediately before departure.

· Re-check advisory

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

India -> Sudan · Entry visa (issued by Embassy of Sudan; limited e-visa for non-tourist categories)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredIndian passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay, with blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Sudan visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredRecent passport-sized colour photographs

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredSponsorship or invitation letter (host, company, or organisation in Sudan)

Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements

required

RequiredConfirmed return/onward flight itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation in Sudan

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredConsular fee in an accepted payment form (money order/cash)

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RecommendedComprehensive travel and medical insurance (conflict-zone considerations)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedRegistration with Indian MEA/embassy and review of current travel advisory

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesEmbassy of Sudan - Entry Visa U.S. Department of State - Sudan Travel Advisory Embassy of India, Khartoum

Application link included: Embassy of Sudan - Entry Visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Sudan visa / consular processing feeUSD 100-154Varies by mission and visa category

Yellow fever vaccinationINR 300-1,500At an authorised vaccination centre in India

Visa service/agent fee (optional)INR 3,000-6,400If using a visa agency such as listed travel services

Total estimateUSD 100 (approx. INR 8,500) excluding agent fees — USD 154 plus agent and vaccination costs (approx. INR 20,000+)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy of Sudan (in-person/by mail)

7-10 working days

Standard route for Indian applicants; apply well before travel as itineraries do not expedite processing.

Electronic visa (limited categories)

About 3 working days

E-visa facility exists chiefly for business, work, humanitarian and official travel rather than tourism; availability is not guaranteed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-free or visa-on-arrival access

Sudan grants Indian ordinary passport holders neither visa-free entry nor visa on arrival; a visa must be arranged in advance.

High

/02

Active armed conflict

Sudan has been in civil war since April 2023; major governments issue Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisories and missions in Khartoum suspended operations.

High

/03

Tourist visa channel effectively unavailable

Issuance focuses on business, work, humanitarian and official travel; pure tourism processing is restricted and in some cases not possible.

Medium

/04

Health entry requirements

Yellow fever vaccination and other health certificates are required for entry.

Medium

/05

Documentation and sponsorship burden

A sponsorship/invitation letter is generally required, adding to processing complexity.

Low

/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 · major

India to Sudan route verified

Verified against the Embassy of Sudan visa page and U.S. State Department travel advisory: Indian ordinary passport holders require a visa; no visa-free or visa-on-arrival; Sudan remains under Level 4 'Do Not Travel' due to armed conflict.

/09 — The questions