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Entry ChecklistEntry Checklist

  • Valid passport with at least six months validity

Health & VaccinationsHealth & Vaccinations

  • Vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required. Malaria is a high risk.
  • Healthcare: Medical facilities are extremely limited. Travel insurance is essential.
  • Travel insurance is highly recommended.

Safety & SecuritySafety & Security

  • Crime: Extremely dangerous due to armed conflict, civil unrest, and crime. Avoid all travel.
  • Areas to Avoid: All parts of Sudan are considered extremely dangerous.
  • Emergency Numbers:
    • Police: 999
    • Ambulance: N/A
    • Fire: N/A

Local Laws & EtiquetteLocal Laws & Etiquette

  • Important Laws: Sharia law is in effect. Severe penalties for drug offenses, and alcohol is illegal. Dress conservatively.
  • Cultural Etiquette: Respect local customs and traditions. It is polite to accept offers of tea.

Money & CurrencyMoney & Currency

  • Currency: Sudanese Pound (SDG)
  • Exchange Info: The currency is unstable. US dollars are widely preferred. ATMs are not reliable.
  • Typical Costs: Costs are highly variable due to the ongoing conflict and economic instability.
  • Payment Methods: Cash is the only reliable method of payment.

TransportationTransportation

  • Getting Around: Travel is extremely dangerous and not recommended.
  • Driving Requirements: Driving is not recommended for foreigners.

CommunicationCommunication

  • Languages: Arabic, English
  • Internet & Mobile: Services are severely disrupted by the ongoing conflict.
  • Useful Phrases: