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Before you go to Sudan: what to know

Must know

  • Canada advises against all travel because of armed conflict and the volatile security situation.
  • A visa, and potentially an exit visa and internal travel permits, are required.
  • Foreign bank cards do not work; confirm safe access to funds.

Entry and visas

British citizen passport: A visa is required. Single-entry visitors may also need an exit visa; travel outside Red Sea State requires a permit. Confirm arrangements directly with the embassy and local authorities. Check the linked immigration guidance for other nationalities and purposes.

Passport validity: At least 6 months after arrival.

Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: gov.uk ↗

Money

Mostly cash is used. Cards are rarely accepted.

Apple Pay — no data · Google Pay — no data

  • Foreign debit and credit cards are not accepted; ATMs serve local accounts. Plan access to cash and confirm payment arrangements before travelling.

Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗

Rules and bans

Prohibited

  • Importing or consuming alcohol, including in private.

Laws visitors break unknowingly

  • Check customs restrictions before bringing medicines, drones or wildlife products.

Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗

Culture and clothing

Religion: Respect local religious traditions; ask before entering places of worship.

Clothing: Dress conservatively with loose clothing; respect local religious and social customs.

Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗

Climate

The main rainy season is July–September; floods can make roads impassable. Sandstorms occur particularly July–October.

Month by month
  • January: Jan: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • February: Feb: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • March: Mar: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • April: Apr: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • May: May: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • June: Jun: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • July: Jul: Main rainy-season window; check local forecasts.
  • August: Aug: Main rainy-season window; check local forecasts.
  • September: Sep: Main rainy-season window; check local forecasts.
  • October: Oct: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • November: Nov: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
  • December: Dec: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.

Best season: Choose dates for your route using local forecasts and road-condition advice.

Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗

What to pack

  • Copies of travel documents
  • An adapter compatible with your accommodation
  • Medicines with their prescription documents

Practical

Plugs: Confirm socket type and supply voltage with your accommodation before packing.

Water: Use a safe drinking-water supply; ask locally before drinking tap water.

Traffic: drives on the right

Insurance: Arrange insurance for your itinerary and planned activities, including medical evacuation where needed.

Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: tcs.ch ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗

Entry rules change. Before your trip, check the website of the embassy or immigration service of the country.