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SudanLevel 4/4

Level published by the State Department on 14.05.2026 · read 13 October 2026 · source checked daily

Sudan — official level as of 13 October 2026: Level 4/4 ("Do Not Travel"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, USD 1.5M, certificate on payment.

Four official readings
United StatesState Departmentsource ↗Our reference level — the one shown across this site
Is the whole country advised against?Yesthe whole country is formally advised against
Level 4/4 — “Do Not Travel”
FranceFrance Diplomatiesource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: red or orange AREAS
Is the whole country advised against?Yesthe whole country is formally advised against
“Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans l’ensemble du territoire soudanais, y compris à Khartoum et à Port-Soudan.”
United KingdomFCDOsource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: travel statuses
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country+ parts of the country
our reading: all travel advised against to parts of the country
source reviewed 11 May 2026
SwitzerlandFDFAsource ↗Advisory cited by the Maximum policy
Is the whole country advised against?Yesthe whole country is formally advised against
our reading: Switzerland’s FDFA advises against all travel to the country
advice published 11.02.2026
These readings do not say the same thing. The United States, France and Switzerland say yes; the United Kingdom says no — a 2-band gap on our comparison scale.Our comparison reading: 27 September 2026

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How we read these four advisories

Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?

An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.

The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.

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Level 4/4 — Do Not Travel Checked on 13 October 2026 · U.S. State Department
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Doctors — Khartoum21
Drمجمع عيادات ود الحسين2.3 km

near شارع جبرة

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Drالمركز الإفريقي الهولندي للعلاج الطبيعي2.4 km

near شارع أفريقيا

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Drعيادة دكتور بشرة للعيون2.8 km

شارع الصحافة

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Drعيادة احمد ابشر2.9 km

near شارع الصحافة

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Drعمر بن الخطاب - عيادة محولة3.6 km
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DrMogla eye complex4.2 km

شارع مكة
ophthalmology

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Drcure dental4.4 km

near شارع عبيد ختم

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DrPrestige Clinic4.5 km

near شارع مكة

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Drالشامخ للبصريات4.5 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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Drمركز حياة للإستشارات الاجتماعية5.2 km
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DrAl-Nozha Diagnostic Center5.2 km

near شارع عبد الله الطيب

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Drمعمل الترا لاب السودان5.3 km

شارع المك نمر

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Drمستشفى فضيل التخصصي5.3 km

شارع الاسبتالية

Drمعامل المختبر5.4 km

شارع السيد عبد الرحمن
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Drمختبرات البرج5.4 km

شارع السيد عبد الرحمن

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DrYellow Fever Vaccination Clinic5.4 km

near شارع الجامع

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Drعشميق5.7 km

near شارع الشيخ مصطفي الامين

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Drد. مصطفي يعقوب للعيون5.9 km

near شارع الستين

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Drمجمع الأزهري الطبي6.2 km

near شارع افريقيا

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Drمحرم لطب الاسنان6.6 km

شارع كبري المنشية

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Drابوعاقلة7.1 km

near شارع المعرض

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Pharmacies — Khartoum40
+صيدلية طيبة21.3 km

near شارع الصحافة

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+صيدلية سيفوي1.5 km

الخرطوم

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+Pharmacie1.6 km

شارع الصحافة زلط الخرطوم

+صيدلية عزلة الطبية1.6 km

near شارع جبرة

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+صيدلية الفجر الحديث1.8 km

الخرطوم

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+صيدلية جبرة1.8 km

near شارع جبرة

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+صيدلية جبرة شمال1.8 km

near شارع جبرة

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+UNIVERSE PHARMACY2.0 km

شارع مامون بحيري
Mo-Su 10:00-01:00

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+صيدلية أبو صبا2.0 km

near شارع محمد نجيب

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+صيدلية بايونير2.1 km

near شارع جبرة

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+صيدلية الاحمدي2.3 km

near شارع جبرة

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+صيدلية شفق2.3 km

near شارع محمد نجيب

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+صيدلية الاحمدي2.3 km

near شارع جبرة

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+صيدلية القصواء2.4 km

شارع الصحافة زلط

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+صيدلية قزمان ودميان2.5 km

شارع الصحافة
Sa-Th 09:00-00:00

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+صيدلية الانجاز2.6 km

near شارع الصحافة

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+صيدلية علياء2.6 km

Al Balabel Street

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+صيدلية زوماكس2.6 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية الياسمين2.6 km

near شارع الزومة

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+صيدلية هاي كير - بجبرة2.6 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية الحكمة2.6 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية التميز2.6 km

near شارع الزومة

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+صيدلية ام البنين2.6 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية الميناء البري2.6 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية الرشيد الحديثة2.7 km

near شارع الزومة

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+صيدلية مكة ٦2.8 km

near شارع البلابل

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+صيدلية المتخصصة2.8 km

شارع الميناء البري

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+صيدلية بسام محمد صلاح2.8 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية هاي كير - جبرة2.8 km

near شارع جبرة

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+صيدلية ابو حسبو2.9 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية الشريف الهندي2.9 km
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+صيدلية د احمد مسلم2.9 km
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+صيدلية الشريف الهندي3.0 km
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+صيدلية النخبة3.0 km

near شارع الميناء البري

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+صيدلية بلال3.0 km

near شارع جبرة العام

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+صيدلية طيبة3.0 km

شارع الميناء البري

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+Pharmacie3.1 km

الخرطوم

+كمبال العالميه المكتب العلمي3.1 km

near شارع 35

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+صيدلية المجذوب البيطرية3.1 km

شارع افريقيا

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+صيدلية ماريل3.2 km

شارع جبرة العام

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Official — Khartoum12
Consulates and embassies 12
Aالسفارة التشادية2.1 km

near شارع 57

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Aالسفارة السويدية2.8 km

70 شارع 43 Khartoum

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Aالسفارة الروسية3.8 km

الخرطوم

Aالسفارة اللبنانية3.8 km

شارع 5

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Aسفارة ماليزيا في الخرطوم3.8 km

شارع 3 الخرطوم

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Aالسفارة اللبنانية3.8 km

شارع 5 الخرطوم

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Aسفارة الجمهورية العربية السورية3.9 km

الخرطوم

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Aسفارة الجمهورية العربية السورية3.9 km

الخرطوم

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Aسفارة دولة لبنان3.9 km

شارع ٣ الخرطوم

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ADjibouti Embassy3.9 km

near شارع بدر

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Aالسفارة الصومالية4.1 km

CIS Office Road

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Aسفارة هولندا4.5 km

76 شارع 47 الخرطوم

Police — Khartoum12
Pشرطة جوازات الاجانب1.0 km

شارع الصحافة زلط

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Pقسم شرطة امتداد الدرجة الثالثة1.1 km

24/7

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Pاكاديمية الشرطة العليا1.1 km

شارع الصحافة زلط
Su-Th 04:00-19:30

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Pالشرطة الشعبية1.2 km

near شارع الصحافة

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Pادارة حماية المنشآت الحكومية1.2 km

شارع ٦١

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Pمنسقية الخدمة الوطنية1.7 km
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Pالدفاع الشعبي المحلية1.7 km
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PPolice1.9 km

شارع 43 الخرطوم

Pالمركز العام الدفاع الشعبي1.9 km
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Pالبينية القوات المسلحة ق م2.2 km
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Pالقيادة العامة لقوات الدفاع الشعبي2.2 km
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Pمركز شرطة2.5 km

near شارع السجانة بالنص

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Transport — Khartoum9
Stations 3
Tمحطة قطار الخرطوم4.9 km

الخرطوم

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Tمحطة قطار بحري9.2 km

near شارع الشهيد محمد هاشم مطر

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Tمحطة 410.3 km

near شارع 4

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Bus 6
Tتقاطع البيبسي2.8 km

near شارع جبرة

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Tموقف مواصلات الميناء البري3.0 km

near شارع الصحافة زلط

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Tموقف الصحافة شرق3.0 km

near شارع محمد نجيب

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Tلفة الجريف3.0 km

near لفة الجريف

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Tمحطة الخيمة اركويت3.5 km

شارع عبيد ختم

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Tالبلابل3.6 km

near شارع عبد ختم

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The next 7 days around Khartoum Africa/KhartoumMET Norway ↗read 13.10.2026

Wed 14 Oct28–41°mainly clear
Thu 15 Oct28–40°clear
Fri 16 Oct29–40°clear
Sat 17 Oct27–39°clear
Sun 18 Oct27–40°clear
Mon 19 Oct29–39°clear
Tue 20 Oct29–39°mainly clear

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

10-13 5068.9 · 10-14 4874.3 · 10-15 4785.3 · 10-16 4676.4 · 10-17 4569.9 · 10-18 4476.1 · 10-19 4394.4 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

No geolocated event in this country at this reading.

120 incidents recorded in the country, all pinned on the map above (zoom out) — the 40 closest to Khartoum are listed here, nearest first.

  • 13.9 km · 2 May 2026 · Omdurman town
    A drone assassinated several leaders of the Sudan Shield forces, and another targeted southern Omdurman and El Obeid. · 5 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor
  • 22.0 km · 2 May 2026 · Al Jummu‘iyah area
    Drone strike kills five in Sudan capital: rights group;RSF drone strike kills five civilians south of Omdurman;A drone strikes Khartoum airport · 5 deaths
    Agence France Presse;Sudan Tribune;Darfur 24
  • 158.9 km · 2 May 2026 · Alkahli Zaidan village
    Sudan drone strike kills nine relatives of army-backed militia chief: sources to AFP;Sudan drone strike kills nine relatives of army-backed militia ch · 25 deaths
    Agence France Presse;Agence France Presse;Sudan Tribune;Suda
  • 263.2 km · 28 April 2026 · Rabak town
    The Rapid Support Forces allow the restoration of communications in Kutum, and the Joint Forces issue a statement clarifying the rumors and the killin · 4 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor
  • 270.3 km · 2 April 2026 · Kosti town
    Six people, including two doctors, were killed in an airstrike on Al-Jabalain Hospital. · 9 deaths
    Darfur 24
  • 270.3 km · 5 May 2026 · Kosti town
    RSF drone attack kills five at Sudan’s Kosti fuel stations;Sudan medical death toll rises to 235 after drone strike in Kosti;HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION IN · 5 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Sudan Tribune;ACJPS ;Darfur 24
  • 270.3 km · 2 May 2026 · Kosti town
    The United Nations calls for respect for the laws of war as the use of drones in conflicts escalates. · 5 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor
  • 306.9 km · 12 January 2026 · Singa town
    Paramilitary drone strike kills 27 in southeast Sudan: health official;Urgent: Drone strike on military base kills 27 in central Sudan, source says;In · 28 deaths
    Agence France Presse;Xinhua News Agency;Xinhua News Agency;S
  • 310.8 km · 16 March 2026 · Bara town
    38 Chadian citizens killed and wounded · 12 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor
  • 321.7 km · 11 March 2026 · Shukeiri village
    Sudan’s RSF drone strike kills 10 at White Nile school;UN says over 200 civilians killed in 10 days of Sudan drone strikes;Sudan: Türk appalled by sur · 17 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Sudan Tribune;OHCHR;OHCHR;AllAfrica;ACJPS ;Sud
  • 324.9 km · 20 March 2026 · Ed Debba town
    Sudan: Sharp increase in civilian deaths as a result of growing drone warfare;The United Nations warns against the deadly use of drones in Sudan.;Unit · 6 deaths
    OHCHR;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24
  • 326.6 km · 2 June 2026 · Umm Ruwaba town
    Scores Dead in New Drone Attacks Across Darfur, Kordofan · 5 deaths
    AllAfrica
  • 326.6 km · 2 June 2026 · Umm Ruwaba town
    Rapid Support Forces bombard the city of Umm Ruwaba in North Kordofan state with drones;Civilian Toll Mounts as Drone Warfare Expands Across Sudan · 3 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor;Sudan War Monitor
  • 330.1 km · 2 April 2026 · Al Jabalain town
    Drone strike on Sudan’s Al-Jabalain hospital kills 12;Hospital in White Nile Hit in What Appears to be Retaliatory RSF Strike;Six people, including tw · 12 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24;Ayin Network
  • 361.2 km · 5 March 2026 · Umm Kuraydim town
    Doctors network says RSF killed 7 civilians in North Kordofan attack · 7 deaths
    Sudan Tribune
  • 362.7 km · 15 June 2026 · El Obeid town
    Sudan: Escalating Attacks on Civilians in North Kordofan State During June 2026 · 15 deaths
    ACJPS
  • 362.7 km · 6 January 2026 · El Obeid town
    RSF drone strike kills 13 civilians in Sudan’s El-Obeid;Coalition drones target the cities of El Obeid and Dilling in North and South Kordofan states; · 13 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24
  • 362.7 km · 30 January 2026 · El Obeid town
    The death toll from the White Nile march attack has risen to 11.;Protests target the city of Al-Abyad, leaving deaths and injuries. · 11 deaths
    Darfur 24;Darfur 24
  • 362.7 km · 5 January 2026 · El Obeid town
    Drone strike kills 10, including 7 children, in Sudan's El-Obeid: medical source;Drone strike kills 10, including 7 children, in Sudan's El-Obeid: med · 10 deaths
    Agence France Presse;Agence France Presse;AllAfrica;Darfur 2
  • 362.7 km · 6 June 2026 · El Obeid town
    Rapid Support Forces strategic marches bombard the city of El Obeid, killing 9 people;Rapid Support Forces drones bomb areas in North Kordofan state;D · 9 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor;Sudan War Monitor;Sudan War Monitor
  • 362.7 km · 28 February 2026 · El Obeid town
    RSF strike on El Obeid hospital injures 12, including medical staff;Nine killed in Sudan’s El Obeid as RSF drone strikes intensify · 9 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Sudan Tribune
  • 362.7 km · 8 May 2026 · El Obeid town
    Rapid Support Forces drones bomb the city of El Obeid in North Kordofan state;The United Nations says airstrikes and drone attacks are devastating com · 8 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor;Sudan War Monitor
  • 362.7 km · 24 April 2026 · El Obeid town
    Seven killed in drone strikes on Sudan’s El Obeid;Drone attack on the city of El Obeid in North Kordofan State;Forces of the Founding Alliance control · 7 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Sudan War Monitor;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24;
  • 362.7 km · 10 June 2026 · El Obeid town
    Rapid Support Forces drones continue to bombard the city of El Obeid in North Kordofan State;Around 19 civilians killed in an airstrike on Al-Abyad;A · 5 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24;Darfur 24;Ayin Network;Sudan Tri
  • 362.7 km · 10 June 2026 · El Obeid town
    Rapid Support Forces drones continue to bombard the city of El Obeid in North Kordofan State;Around 19 civilians killed in an airstrike on Al-Abyad;A · 5 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24;Darfur 24;Sdan Tribune
  • 375.1 km · 6 February 2026 · Er Rahad town
    (24) Killed in Rapid Support Forces bombing of displaced people in North Kordofan;RSF drones target convoys in Sudan’s Kordofan region;North Kordofan · 24 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Sudan Tribune;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24;BBC
  • 391.4 km · 15 February 2026 · Sowdari town
    Drone attack on Sudan market kills 28: rights group;Sudanese groups, UN condemn deadly drone strikes in Kordofan;Drone strike on North Kordofan market · 28 deaths
    Agence France Presse;Sudan Tribune;Sudan Tribune;OHCHR;Sudan
  • 394.0 km · 23 March 2026 · Sidrah village
    Drone activity threatens market stability and movement in Darfur and Kordofan · 7 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor
  • 448.5 km · 28 March 2026 · Dibebad town
    At least 35 people killed in separate Sudanese army drone strikes · 9 deaths
    BBC Monitoring News Alert
  • 454.8 km · 11 January 2026 · Kortala village
    Rapid Support Forces drones kill and injure 18 civilians in South Kordofan;Deaths and injuries following a bombing of a village in South Kordofan;Suda · 5 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Darfur 24;Ayin Network
  • 456.6 km · 6 June 2026 · Abu Zaima village
    Drone strike on central Sudan market kills 11: rights group;Drone strikes kill at least 13 in Sudan’s North Kordofan, emergency lawyers say;Sudan: Esc · 11 deaths
    Agence France Presse;Sudan Tribune;ACJPS ;Sudan War Monitor;
  • 498.5 km · 5 March 2026 · Dilling town
    Dozens killed after the city of Dilling was targeted by drones and artillery shelling;Sudan in a week Ayin News Bulletin issue #24 · 28 deaths
    Darfur 24;Ayin Network
  • 498.5 km · 28 January 2026 · Dilling town
    Dozens killed in RSF drone strike in Sudan’s South Kordofan · 24 deaths
    Sudan Tribune
  • 498.5 km · 27 March 2026 · Dilling town
    The army repels a fierce attack on the city of Dilling in South Kordofan. · 15 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor
  • 498.5 km · 6 April 2026 · Dilling town
    Dead and wounded among civilians during the recent clashes in “Dilling” · 13 deaths
    Darfur 24
  • 498.5 km · 15 January 2026 · Dilling town
    (12) civilians killed in a drone strike targeting a market in South Kordofan;Sudan in a week: Ayin News Bulletin #17 · 12 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;Ayin Network
  • 498.5 km · 10 March 2026 · Dilling town
    Three children among seven killed in Sudan drone attack: medical source;مجزرة جديدة في كردفان والخرطوم تطالب بتصنيف الدعم السريع "منظمة إرهابية" · 7 deaths
    Agence France Presse;Al Jazeera Arabic
  • 498.5 km · 12 May 2026 · Dilling town
    HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION IN SUDAN, MAY 2026;The Founding Alliance bombards the city of Dilling in South Kordofan state with artillery and drones.;Five c · 6 deaths
    ACJPS ;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24
  • 498.5 km · 28 March 2026 · Dilling town
    At least 14 civilians killed in artillery shelling on Sudan’s Dilling;The Human Rights Situation in Sudan, APRIL 2026 · 6 deaths
    Sudan Tribune;ACJPS
  • 498.5 km · 25 April 2026 · Dilling town
    Nuba Mountains platform: Artillery shelling by forces loyal to the former regime leads to the death of volunteer activist and journalist, Al-Siddiq Kh · 5 deaths
    Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24;Ayin Network

Source: UCDP — GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv. Closed period, Clear coding, precise location.

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Recommended vaccines and medicines14

Routine vaccinesCDC ↗

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles

COVID-19CDC ↗

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information.

ChikungunyaCDC ↗

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on the chikungunya vaccines page to learn more.

CholeraCDC ↗

Active cholera transmission is  widespread  in Sudan. Cholera is rare in travelers.  Certain factors  may increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease ( more information ). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera. Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis ACDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Sudan. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Hepatitis BCDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Sudan. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Sudan.

MalariaCDC ↗

CDC recommends that travelers going to Sudan take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Transmission areas All Drug resistance 1 Chloroquine Species P. falciparum (90%) P. vivax (5–10%) P.

MeaslesCDC ↗

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

Meningococcal diseaseCDC ↗

Recommended for travelers 2 months old or older traveling to  areas of Sudan  that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season (roughly December to June).

MonkeypoxCDC ↗

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…

PolioCDC ↗

In Sudan, poliovirus has been identified in the past year. Travelers to Sudan are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.

RabiesCDC ↗

Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Sudan. If rabies exposures occur while in Sudan, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.

TyphoidCDC ↗

Recommended for most travelers. Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .

Yellow FeverCDC ↗

CDC recommendations: Vaccine is recommended for all travelers ≥9 months old going to areas south of the Sahara Desert. Vaccine is not recommended for travel limited to areas in the Sahara Desert or the city of Khartoum (the capital). Country entry requirements: Vaccine is not required. Updated April 23, 2025

CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026

Diseases without a vaccine — how they spread

Avoid contaminated food and water
  • Leptospirosis — Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud Drinking water or eating foo
  • Schistosomiasis — Wading, swimming, bathing, or washing in contaminated freshwater streams, rivers, ponds, lakes, or untreated pools.
Avoid bugs
  • African Tick-Bite Fever — Tick bite
  • Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever — Tick bite  Touching the body fluids of a person or animal infected with CCHF
  • Dengue — Mosquito bite
  • Leishmaniasis — Sand fly bite
Avoid animals
  • Rift Valley Fever — Touching blood, body fluids, or tissue of infected livestock Mosquito bite
Airborne & droplet
  • Hantavirus — Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents Bite from an infected rodent Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus
  • Tuberculosis (TB) — Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Risks in figures

Tuberculosis — cases per 100,000
Sudan47 2024
Switzerland5 2024
France8 2024

Moderate incidence: nothing special for a short stay.

Children vaccinated against measles (%)
Sudan46 2024
Switzerland96 2024
France95 2024

Coverage too low to stop the virus circulating: check your two MMR doses before leaving.

Malaria — cases per 1,000 people at risk
Sudan98.2 2024

Strong transmission: discuss preventive treatment with a doctor before leaving; bed net and repellent on site.

World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

The official advice, in full

Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).

In brief
  • British nationals should ensure their travel insurance covers local treatment and medical evacuation, as healthcare services in Sudan are severely impacted by conflict.
  • Check the latest vaccine recommendations for Sudan at least 8 weeks before travel and consult the NHS travel vaccinations page for costs and locations.
  • Be aware of health risks in Sudan, including cholera, malaria, yellow fever, dengue, chikungunya, measles, and other diseases, especially in areas of conflict and refugee camps.
  • Medication regulations can differ abroad; check the legal status of your prescribed or purchased medicines before travelling.
  • Emergency services in Sudan are often unresponsive due to the conflict; make your own way to a hospital if possible and contact your insurer immediately.
  • For French nationals, consult a doctor or international vaccination centre before departure for health assessments and necessary vaccinations, including routine ones and potentially yellow fever, hepatitis A, and typhoid.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

WHO — outbreaks reported for this country (last 24 months)

  • Sudan virus disease – Uganda26 April 2025 · who.int ↗
    On 26 April 2025, the Ministry of Health (MoH) of Uganda declared the end of the Sudan virus disease (SVD) outbreak after two consecutive incubation periods (a total of 42 days) since the last person confirmed with SVD tested negative for the virus on 14 March 2025. A total of 14 SVD cases (including 12 confirmed…
  • Sudan virus disease – Uganda8 March 2025 · who.int ↗
    Since the outbreak of Sudan virus disease (SVD) was declared in Uganda on 30 January 2025, and as of 5 March 2025, a total of 14 cases (including 12 confirmed cases and two probable cases) including four deaths (two confirmed and two probable) have been reported. On 1 March 2025, the Ministry of Health released a…
  • Sudan virus disease - Uganda21 February 2025 · who.int ↗
    As of 20 February 2025, a total of nine confirmed cases of Sudan virus disease, including one death have been reported from Uganda, since the outbreak was declared on 30 January 2025. Eight cases received care at treatment centres in the capital Kampala and in Mbale and were discharged on 18 February after two…
  • Sudan virus disease – Uganda1 February 2025 · who.int ↗
    On 30 January 2025, the Ministry of Health of Uganda declared an outbreak of Sudan virus disease (SVD) following confirmation from three national reference laboratories. The case presented with signs and symptoms between 20 and 21 January and died on 29 January at the National Referral Hospital in Kampala. As of 30…

France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Recommandations pour la santé

Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.

Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .

Vaccinations

Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.

Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :

  • Fièvre jaune : a vaccination contre la fièvre jaune est recommandée, notamment en cas de voyage dans le Sud du pays et doit être faite avant le départ dans un centre de vaccinations spécialisé ;
  • Hépatite A : en fonction des conditions et de la durée de séjour ;
  • Fièvre typhoïde : en fonction des conditions et de la durée de séjour ;
  • Hépatite B : en cas de séjours fréquents ou prolongés ;
  • Méningite ACWY : en cas de séjour pendant la saison sèche (habituellement hiver et printemps) ou d’épidémie signalée ;
  • Tuberculose : chez les enfants de moins de 15 ans en cas de séjours fréquents ou prolongés ;
  • Rage : notamment enfants en bas âge, séjour en milieu rural ou éloigné des villes principales ;
  • Chikungunya : en cas d’épidémie ou de séjour prolongé ;
  • Dengue : en cas d’épidémie active ou de séjour prolongé en zone endémique ;
  • Mpox : en cas d’exposition à risque.

Il est fortement conseillé d’effectuer toutes ces vaccinations avant d’arriver au Soudan, car l’approvisionnement en vaccins n’y est pas assuré.

Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.

Maladies transmises par les moustiques

Chikungunya

La chikungunya est une maladie virale transmise par l’intermédiaire de moustiques infectés. Cette maladie se manifeste par l’apparition de symptômes grippaux (fièvre, douleurs musculaires et articulaires). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin ; le traitement est uniquement symptomatique. Les moyens de prévention reposent sur la vaccination et la protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. Il est conseillé avant le départ de se référer à son médecin traitant et/ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.

Pour plus d’informations , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires .

De nombreux cas de chikungunya sont signalés, notamment dans la région de Kassala.

Dengue

La dengue est une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont de type grippal (fièvre, maux de tête, courbatures, parfois éruption cutanée). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin. Il n’existe pas de traitement curatif. La prise en charge médicale repose uniquement sur le traitement des symptômes. Il faut impérativement éviter la prise d’anti-inflammatoire. La prévention individuelle repose essentiellement sur les moyens de protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. La vaccination des voyageurs peut être indiquée dans certains cas. Il est conseillé de se référer, avant son départ, à son médecin traitant et /ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de la Santé et le site de l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé .

Les autorités sanitaires locales attirent l’attention de la population en raison de la multiplication des cas de dengue.

Fièvre de la vallée du Rift (FVR)

La fièvre de la vallée du Rift est une…

Autres maladies

Choléra

Le choléra est une infection digestive bactérienne qui se transmet par ingestion d’aliments mal cuits (fruits de mer, par exemple) ou souillés (fruits et légumes) et/ ou ingestion d’eau contaminée. Cette maladie, dite « des mains sales », se traduit par des troubles digestifs sévères (diarrhée liquide abondante, crampes abdominales, vomissements), un état de faiblesse générale et parfois de la fièvre.

La prévention repose sur la vaccination et le respect des règles d’hygiène alimentaire (se laver régulièrement les mains, ne consommer que de l’eau en bouteille, peler les fruits et légumes, manger de la nourriture cuite ; utilisation des installations sanitaires). Les personnes présentant les signes de la maladie doivent consulter un médecin en urgence.

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site Santé publique France et le site du ministère de la Santé .

Fièvre typhoïde

La fièvre typhoïde est une maladie infectieuse causée par des bactéries présentes dans l’eau contaminée par des matières fécales d’origine humaine. L’infection résulte le plus souvent de l’ingestion d’eau ou d’aliments contaminés, ou d’une transmission directe de personne à personne. Les symptômes surviennent en moyenne 3 semaines après la contamination et associent fièvre, maux de tête, perte d’appétit, douleurs abdominales avec diarrhée ou constipation, fatigue et parfois, éruption cutanée. Dans les formes plus graves, la fièvre typhoïde peut être fatale en l’absence de traitement.

Les mesures de prévention reposent sur les règles élémentaires d’hygiène générale vis-à-vis de l’eau, des aliments et du lavage des mains ainsi que sur la vaccination.

Pour plus d’informations , consulter le site de l'Institut Pasteur .

Hépatite A

L’hépatite A est une maladie virale du foie…

Mesures générales de prévention des piqûres de moustiques
  • Porter des vêtements longs et couvrants ;
  • Appliquer des produits répulsifs cutanés sur les zones découvertes du corps ;
  • Protéger son logement (moustiquaires imprégnées d’insecticide, diffuseurs électriques, serpentins à l’extérieur, climatisation, etc.) ;
  • Détruire les sites potentiels de reproduction des moustiques (récipients d’eau stagnante comme les soucoupes sous les pots de fleurs, les gouttières, les pneus, etc.).

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .

Règles d'hygiène alimentaire
  • Se laver les mains régulièrement avec de l’eau et du savon ou des solutions de lavage hydroalcooliques, surtout avant et après les repas et le passage aux toilettes ;
  • Veiller à la qualité des aliments et surtout à leur bonne cuisson ;
  • Éviter la consommation de produits alimentaires (poisson, viande, volaille, lait) crus ou peu cuits ;
  • Peler les fruits et légumes ou les laver soigneusement (à l’eau saine) ;
  • Éviter les crudités, coquillages, plats réchauffés et buffets froids ;
  • Ne boire que de l’eau ou des boissons encapsulées ou de l’eau rendue potable (filtration, ébullition ou à défaut produit désinfectant).

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .

Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Health — Foreign Office

Before you travel check that:

  • your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
  • you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation

This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.

Healthcare in Sudan

The current conflict has severely affected health services and many may be unavailable, including hospitals for British nationals in Khartoum .

Medical facilities in the country are limited and medical evacuation is likely to be necessary for all but the most basic treatments. Make sure you have adequate travel and medical insurance to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.

There is a particular risk to public health in areas of conflict where immunisation coverage is poor.

Emergency medical number

Call 999 and ask for an ambulance.

Emergency services in Sudan have been severely impacted by the conflict and are often unresponsive.

If you need emergency medical treatment you should make your own way to hospital, if you can.

Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Vaccine recommendations and health risks

At least 8 weeks before your trip:

  • check the latest vaccine recommendations for Sudan
  • see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page

See what health risks you’ll face in Sudan , including:

  • cholera
  • malaria
  • yellow fever
  • dengue

TravelHealthPro has more information on malaria in Sudan .

Other health risks

There are regular outbreaks of chikungunya, dengue, measles and other diseases in Sudan, particularly in refugee camps. There is a lack of clean water and the inability to remove dead bodies means Sudan is at high risk from various diseases.

Medication

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.

Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .

Travel and mental health

Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .

TravelHealthPro ↗ · CDC ↗read 10.10.2026

Level 2 - Global PolioCDC ↗read 10.10.2026Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Yemen, Sudan,…

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The comparator

What is your current insurance?

The verdict
Your Amex Platinum expressly excludes this trip: the T&Cs rule out travel to countries your government has advised against visiting.
Exact wording (official French text): « Des Voyages vers des pays où Votre gouvernement a conseillé de ne pas voyager » — general exclusion n° 11, applying to ALL travel covers.
Line by line
Cover
With your Amex Platinum
Country 'formally advised against' (like this one today)
✕ Excluded — countries your government advised against (T&Cs 01.2025, exclusion n° 11)
Covered — the core of the Maximum contract
Medical expenses cap abroad
€2M — but 10% deductible (€150–500), insurer's prior approval, trip paid with the Card
CHF 1.5M emergency medical expenses
Hospital deposit before admission
Advance possible — prior approval required before care
Direct payment guarantee: the insurer settles the hospital
Trip duration covered
Maximum 90 consecutive days per trip
12 months, unlimited trips
Visa certificate (incl. Schengen)
Not provided
Official named certificate, issued on payment

Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).

Where to go, where not to

At least one official reading covers the whole country; 2 regions are also named, fully or partly.

In brief
  • Avoid all travel to Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest and volatile security situation. Global Affairs Canada
  • The Foreign Office advises against all travel to Sudan because of ongoing military conflict in Khartoum and other parts of the country. Foreign Office
  • The Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel to the Hala'ib Triangle and the Bir Tawil Trapezoid. Foreign Office
  • France Diplomatie formally advises against travel to the five Darfur states where security remains highly unstable. France Diplomatie
  • France Diplomatie formally advises against travel to Kordofan where the conflict has recently expanded. France Diplomatie
  • France Diplomatie formally advises against travel to the Djebel 'Aouînât border region between Egypt, Sudan and Libya due to criminal trafficking activities and militia presence. France Diplomatie

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Khartoum: the whole country is rated “advised against — all travel” (Global Affairs Canada).The red dot on the map. Change the city at the top of the page to read the map from another point.

Global Affairs Canada — advises against all travel to the whole country.

Central Darfur — Advised against — all travelSouth Darfur — Advised against — all travelAl Qadarif — Advised against — all travelBlue Nile — Advised against — all travelSennar — Advised against — all travelNorthern — Advised against — all travelRiver Nile — Advised against — all travelNorth Darfur — Advised against — all travelWest Soudan — Advised against — all travelRed Sea — Advised against — all travelKassala — Advised against — all travelWhite Nile — Advised against — all travelSouth Kordofan — Advised against — all travelEast Darfur — Advised against — all travelAl Jazirah — Advised against — all travelKhartoum — Advised against — all travelNorth Kordofan — Advised against — all travelSouth DarfurAl QadarifBlue NileSennarNorthernNorth DarfurRed SeaKassalaSouth KordofanNorth KordofanKhartoum
Advised against — all travelKhartoumSynthesis of the readings: Global Affairs Canada, Foreign Office, France Diplomatie. Where they differ, the colour keeps the strictest reading; the official text, quoted below region by region, prevails. Boundaries: Natural Earth.
Advised against — all travel2
Khartoum — the whole region, like the rest of the country
Sennar — the whole region, like the rest of the country
Advised against — all travel
the rest of the country (Global Affairs Canada)
So:

an official reading covers the whole country; every trip calls for a written management decision, justified by a pressing reason, with reinforced conditions.

US14.05.2026
Level 4 of 4Do not travel
FR12.03.2026
Whole country advised againstYour region (Khartoum): covered, like the whole country
GB11.05.2026
Some areas: no travel1 region covered, fully or partly.Your region (Khartoum): partly covered
CA24.09.2026
Avoid all travelYour region (Khartoum): covered, like the whole country
CH11.02.2026
Whole country advised againstSwitzerland’s FDFA advises against all travel to the country.

The official text, region by region

Advised against — all travel2 regions

KhartoumGB

Foreign Office
FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan because of the ongoing military conflict in Khartoum and other parts of the country. This does not include the Hala’ib Triangle and the Bir Tawil Trapezoid where FCDO advises against all but essential travel.

SennarFR

France Diplomatie (in French)
Frontière avec l’Éthiopie — Les excursions dans le parc naturel de Dinder, dans l’État de Sennar (sud-est du pays), sont également formellement déconseillées en raison de la présence de groupes armés et de « coupeurs de route ».

Official passages not placed on the map4

France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
États du Darfour — Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans les cinq États fédérés du Darfour, où la situation sécuritaire reste très instable.

France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
État du Kordofan — Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre au Kordofan où le conflit s’est récemment étendu.

France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Région du Djebel ‘Aouînât — Le Djebel ‘Aouînât est une zone frontalière isolée (située entre l’Égypte, le Soudan et la Libye), lieu de passage de nombreux trafics où des milices sévissent en toute impunité. Les voyages dans cette région sont formellement déconseillés, en raison des activités criminelles qui s’y déroulent.

France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Frontière avec l’Éthiopie — L’intégralité de la zone frontalière entre le Soudan et l’Éthiopie est formellement déconseillée en raison de la présence de groupes armés et de milices, notamment dans la zone contestée du Triangle d’el Fashaga.

Maximum does not exclude these areas.The VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there. Still enforceable: sanctions and embargoes, and a country already at war at departure. Extraction and security belong to the VIP Pack Extreme, upon eligibility. See My cover

Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (24.09.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (12.03.2026) · Natural Earth

No located event in this reading.

Last change: Updated information on operations in Sudanese airports ('Safety and security' page).

Sudan - Level 4: Do Not TravelState Department ↗updated 14.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Updated 14.05.2026

Do not travel to Sudan due to risk of unrest , crime , kidnapping , terrorism , landmines , and health threats .

The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum suspended its operations in April 2023 due to the outbreak of armed conflict in Sudan. The U.S. government cannot provide routine or emergency consular services to Americans in Sudan due to the current security situation. Do not travel to Sudan for any reason.

To report an emergency regarding an American in Sudan, contact:

  • U.S. Embassy Cairo: +20-2-2797-3300
  • From the United States and Canada: Dial +1-888-407-4747 for the U.S. Department of State.
  • From elsewhere in the world: Dial +1-202-501-4444 for the U.S. Department of State.

Unrest - Armed Conflict

Armed conflict continues in Sudan. This includes heavy fighting among the Sudanese Armed Forces, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, and various armed militias.

  • The situation is violent, volatile, and extremely unpredictable. This is especially true in the Kordofan and Darfur regions, as well as in the capital region, including Khartoum and Omdurman.
  • Khartoum International Airport is currently only operating for limited commercial traffic. Commercial service to the Port Sudan International Airport has been limited at times due to drone strikes.
  • Electrical and communication disruptions can occur at any time. This includes internet and cell phone service interruptions.

Crime

  • Crime, including kidnapping, assault, rape, armed robbery, home invasion, looting, and carjacking, is a common threat throughout the country.
  • Checkpoints can appear at any time. Some may be real security checkpoints, but others may be set up so people can steal from travelers. Some checkpoints may be especially dangerous for certain groups of people.

Terrorism

  • Members of known terrorist groups and people sympathetic to these groups can attack with little or no warning. They may target foreign and local government facilities, as well as tourist areas.

Landmines

  • Landmines are a threat. Much of Sudan is an active war zone. There are widespread reports of unexploded ordnance and landmines posing a threat in Khartoum and elsewhere in the country, even after fighting has ended in those areas.

Health

Medical services in Sudan are extremely limited. Adequate medical treatment for routine and emergency procedures is often not available.

  • Even minor…

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

10-13 5068.9 · 10-14 4874.3 · 10-15 4785.3 · 10-16 4676.4 · 10-17 4569.9 · 10-18 4476.1 · 10-19 4394.4 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

Where, exactly?

What the national level does not tell you

The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.

  • U.S. State Department — the full advisory details the regions concerned and the reasons (crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest) (read the advisory)
  • Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (United Kingdom) — the United Kingdom advises against all travel to PARTS of the country · reviewed 11 May 2026
    Last announced change : « Updated information on operations in Sudanese airports ('Safety and security' page). » (read the advisory)
  • France Diplomatie — the French advisory covers the WHOLE country: « Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans l’ensemble du territoire soudanais, y compris à Khartoum et à Port-Soudan. » (read the advisory)

No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.

What happened, and where

Over 1 January 2026 → 30 June 2026, UCDP (Uppsala University) recorded 246 geolocated violent incidents in this country, for 2,151 documented deaths.

Most affected areas
South Kordofan state 57 · North Darfur state 48 · North Kordofan state 37 · West Kordofan state 31 · South Darfur state 15 · Blue Nile state 13

Most recent incidents

  • 27 June 2026 · West Darfur state · Kulbus town
    Sudanese joint forces recapture Kulbus in West Darfur · 3 deathsSource: Sudan Tribune · 29 June 2026 · spokesperson for the joint force, Mutawakil Wakeel · UCDP #634673 ↗
  • 27 June 2026 · Blue Nile state · Magaja village
    Sudanese army says it recaptures two areas in Blue Nile region · 2 deathsSource: Sudan Tribune · 29 June 2026 · command of the Fourth Infantry Division · UCDP #634661 ↗
  • 27 June 2026 · Blue Nile state · Sali village
    Sudanese army says it recaptures two areas in Blue Nile region · 1 deathSource: Sudan Tribune · 29 June 2026 · command of the Fourth Infantry Division · UCDP #634662 ↗
  • 26 June 2026 · North Kordofan state · El Obeid town
    One killed in RSF drone attack on El Obeid fuel station;One person killed in drone attack on El Obeid · 1 deathSource: Sudan Tribune;Darfur 24 · 26 June 2026 · Eyewitnesses and local sources · UCDP #634109 ↗
  • 25 June 2026 · White Nile state · Rabak town
    RSF drone attacks kill two in Rabak, army downs drone over El Obeid;Dozens killed in separate incidents of violence in Darfur region; Rapid Support Fo · 2 deathsSource: Sudan Tribune;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24 · 25 June 2026 · A medical source at Kosti Teaching Hospital and an administrative official in White Nile S · UCDP #634106 ↗
  • 23 June 2026 · North Darfur state · Sayyah village
    Sudanese Armed Forces Claim Gains in Blue Nile As RSF Take Furuawiya in North Darfur;Dozens killed in separate incidents of violence in Darfur region; · 1 deathSource: AllAfrica;Sudan War Monitor;Darfur 24 · 25 June 2026 · one of the town's notables · UCDP #633490 ↗

Source: UCDP Georeferenced Event Dataset (Uppsala Conflict Data Program), file GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv, CC BY 4.0 licence. We keep only incidents UCDP codes as "Clear" and whose location is precise enough to be placed — about 58% of the dataset. An incident may be revised, moved or withdrawn by UCDP in a later release: these figures describe a closed period, not a live situation.

Safety in figures
Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people
Sudan26.8 2019
Switzerland2.2 2019
France5.1 2019

Reading: On the road, 12 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.

I travel on a passportEach government writes for its own nationals. The advisory that counts for you — and for your policy's clauses — is your country's.

French passport — France Diplomatie

In brief
  • French nationals are strongly advised not to travel to Sudan, including Khartoum and Port Sudan, due to extreme volatility and danger.
  • Violent clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces began on April 15, 2023, making the situation extremely dangerous.
  • The French Embassy in Khartoum is closed, and French citizens in Sudan should leave the country by their own means and go to a neighboring country like Egypt or Ethiopia.
  • All regions of Sudan are susceptible to drone strikes, and high crime rates persist due to the widespread circulation of weapons.
  • Travel to the five federal states of Darfur is strongly discouraged due to instability, intercommunal clashes, and criminal acts like armed robbery and kidnapping.
  • Maritime piracy attacks near Sudan's coast and further offshore against foreign vessels are regularly reported.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans l’ensemble du territoire soudanais, y compris à Khartoum et à Port-Soudan.France Diplomatie ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Vigilance areas — France Diplomatie (in French) updated 12.03.2026official map ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Formally advised against — red
  • États du Darfour — Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans les cinq États fédérés du Darfour, où la situation sécuritaire reste très instable.
  • État du Kordofan — Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre au Kordofan où le conflit s’est récemment étendu.
  • Région du Djebel ‘Aouînât — Le Djebel ‘Aouînât est une zone frontalière isolée (située entre l’Égypte, le Soudan et la Libye), lieu de passage de nombreux trafics où des milices sévissent en toute impunité. Les voyages dans cette région sont formellement déconseillés, en raison des activités criminelles qui s’y déroulent.
  • Frontière avec l’Éthiopie — L’intégralité de la zone frontalière entre le Soudan et l’Éthiopie est formellement déconseillée en raison de la présence de groupes armés et de milices, notamment dans la zone contestée du Triangle d’el Fashaga.
  • Frontière avec l’Éthiopie — Les excursions dans le parc naturel de Dinder, dans l’État de Sennar (sud-est du pays), sont également formellement déconseillées en raison de la présence de groupes armés et de « coupeurs de route ».
Zones de vigilance

Dernière actualisation le 12/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour

Des affrontements violents ont éclaté le 15 avril 2023 entre les Forces Armées Soudanaises et les Forces de Soutien Rapides à Khartoum et dans d’autres villes du Soudan. Depuis lors, la situation reste extrêmement volatile et dangereuse.

L’Ambassade de France à Khartoum est fermée jusqu’à nouvel ordre et n’est plus en mesure d’assurer l’assistance consulaire des ressortissants français qui se trouveraient encore sur place.

Il est instamment recommandé à tous les ressortissants français qui se trouveraient encore au Soudan de quitter le territoire par leurs propres moyens, et de se rendre dans un pays voisin (Égypte ou Éthiopie).

Zones formellement déconseillées (en rouge)

Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans l’ensemble du territoire soudanais, y compris à Khartoum et à Port-Soudan. Le pays est depuis plusieurs années traversé par un conflit extrêmement meurtrier. Même à distance des zones de combat s actifs, l’ensemble des régions du Soudan sont susceptibles d’être touchées par des frappes aériennes notamment de drones. La criminalité y reste extrêmement forte compte tenu de l’importante circulation d’armements depuis le déclenchement du conflit en 2023.

États du Darfour

Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans les cinq États fédérés du Darfour, où la situation sécuritaire reste très instable. Ces États sont soumis à de fortes restrictions de circulation de la part des autorités locales.

Des combats entre forces gouvernementales et forces rebelles s’y déroulent encore de manière récurrente, mais on assiste surtout à un accroissement des heurts intercommunautaires et à une recrudescence d’actes de violence de nature criminelle (vols de véhicules, attaques à main armée, prise d’otages, etc.) perpétrés par des « coupeurs de route ».

État du Kordofan

Il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre au Kordofan où le conflit s’est récemment étendu. Au Kordofan méridional, des affrontements réguliers opposent également l’armée et un groupe rebelle qui refuse jusqu’ici d’intégrer le processus de paix inter-Soudanais.

Région du Djebel ‘Aouînât

Le Djebel ‘Aouînât est une zone frontalière isolée (située entre l’Égypte, le Soudan et la Libye), lieu de passage de nombreux trafics où des milices sévissent en toute impunité. Les voyages dans cette région sont formellement déconseillés, en raison des activités criminelles qui s’y déroulent.

Frontière avec l’Éthiopie

L’intégralité de la zone frontalière entre le…

Risque terroriste

Compte tenu des menaces pesant d’une manière générale sur les intérêts occidentaux dans la zone sahélienne, le risque d’attaques sur tout le territoire,est réel.

Il est instamment recommandé à tous les ressortissants français de ne pas se rendre au Soudan.

Criminalité

La criminalité est très forte compte tenu de la forte dégradation de la situation sécuritaire, économique et humanitaire.

Piraterie maritime

Des attaques de pirates proches des côtes du Soudan et plus au large par les Houthis contre les navires étrangers sont régulièrement signalées. Il est recommandé de consulter les informations de la fiche Piraterie maritime .

Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French

In brief
  • Travel to Sudan is strongly discouraged due to ongoing insecurity and heavy fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces since April 2023.
  • Widespread armed clashes, drone attacks, and the use of mines are causing casualties and forcing millions to flee, with looting and sexual violence being frequent.
  • Essential supplies like food, water, electricity, and medicine are not guaranteed, and telephone and internet services are often disrupted.
  • The Swiss Embassy in Khartoum is closed; Swiss nationals in Sudan are supported by the Swiss Embassy in Nairobi.
  • Swiss nationals remaining in Sudan have very limited assistance options available from Switzerland in emergencies.
  • Increased vigilance is advised in the Red Sea region due to maritime risks and piracy.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

FDFA update note — Le chapitre Situation générale a été actualisé. Toujours valable: Il est déconseillé de se rendre au Soudan. (published 11.02.2026)

General assessment

Il est déconseillé de se rendre au Soudan. La sécurité n’est pas assurée. Depuis avril 2023, de lourds combats ont lieu dans l’ensemble du pays entre les forces armées soudanaises (Sudanese Armed Forces SAF) et un groupe paramilitaire (Rapid Support Forces RSF). De nombreux autres groupes armés sont impliqués et soutiennent l'une ou l'autre des parties. Les affrontements se poursuivent sur l’ensemble du territoire, en particulier dans la moitié sud du pays. Les attaques de drones se multiplient, causant de nombreuses victimes et aggravant encore la situation sécuritaire. L'utilisation de mines, les attaques ciblées contre des personnes civiles et la violence généralisée font des victimes et des blessés et ont contraint des millions de personnes à fuir. Des pillages, viols et invasions de maisons sont fréquents. La situation est volatile et l’évolution est incertaine. L’approvisionnement de base (nourriture, eau, électricité, médicaments) n’est pas assuré. Les communications téléphoniques et l’accès à Internet sont souvent bloqués. L'Ambassade de Suisse à Khartoum est fermée jusqu’à nouvel ordre. Les personnes de nationalité suisse qui séjournent au Soudan sont prises en charge par l'Ambassade de Suisse à Nairobi. En cas de difficultés, veuillez contacter l'Ambassade de Suisse à Nairobi ou la Helpline DFAE. Ambassade de Suisse au Kenya : Tel. +254 730 694 000 Helpline DFAE : Tel. +41 800 24 7 365 Les personnes de nationalité suisse qui séjournent au Soudan malgré les recommandations du DFAE doivent être conscientes que la Suisse n'a que des possibilités très limitées, voire aucune, de porter assistance en cas d'urgence. Passage par la mer Rouge Dans la région de la mer Rouge, il est recommandé de faire preuve d’une vigilance accrue; voir information sous Risques maritimes et piraterie .

FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 13.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 11.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • British nationals should not travel to Sudan due to ongoing military conflict, though essential travel is permitted to Hala’ib Triangle and Bir Tawil Trapezoid.
  • The British Embassy in Khartoum is closed, and consular support within Sudan is severely limited; British nationals can call a 24/7 helpline at +44 1908 516 666.
  • The UK government is no longer evacuating people from Sudan, and any travel options are at your own risk, with costs for onward travel to be covered by individuals.
  • Sudan's borders with Chad and Eritrea are closed; land crossings into Egypt at Argeen and Qustul have minimal infrastructure and long waiting times.
  • British nationals must carry photographic identification, such as a passport, at all times and should dress modestly, respecting local customs and sensitivities.
  • There is a high threat of terrorist attacks and criminal kidnap across Sudan, and individuals should comply with demands if stopped or attacked.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Regions covered by the Foreign Officegov.uk ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

All but essential travel
  • FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan because of the ongoing military conflict in Khartoum and other parts of the country. This does not include the Hala’ib Triangle and the Bir Tawil Trapezoid where FCDO advises against all but essential travel.
Official Foreign Office map
Foreign Office map — Open Government Licence v3.0

Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Warnings — Foreign Office

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

Areas where FCDO advises against travel

FCDO  advises against all travel to Sudan because of the ongoing military conflict in Khartoum and other parts of the country. This does not include the Hala’ib Triangle and the Bir Tawil Trapezoid where FCDO advises against all but essential travel.

There have been several ceasefires, but these have been regularly broken.

Monitor travel advice and other media reports for the latest information.

Find out more about safety and security in Sudan.

Get help in Sudan

The British Embassy in Khartoum is closed due to the conflict. There are no British consular staff in Sudan. Our ability to provide consular support is severely limited and we cannot provide in-person support inside Sudan.

If you’re a British national in Sudan, you can call our 24/7 telephone helpline: +44 1908 516 666. Select option 2 for consular services for British nationals.

Leaving Sudan

The UK government is no longer evacuating people from Sudan.

FCDO cannot offer advice on the safety of travelling to any potential departure point. Consider carefully whether you want to take any of the available options.

Use your own judgement to move towards a departure point if and when you judge it is safe to do so.

The UK government’s ability to facilitate onward travel from countries in the region is limited and you’ll be expected to cover the cost of visas, accommodation, insurance and onward travel yourself.

Any travel options you pursue are taken at your own risk.

FCDO cannot help non-British dependants of British nationals.

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel against FCDO advice, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Regional risks — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Regional risks — Foreign Office

This section has extra safety advice for regions of Sudan. It only covers regions where the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) has specific advice.

You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice .

Travelling to Saudi Arabia from Port Sudan

For information about arriving in Jeddah and entry requirements, see  Saudi Arabia travel advice .

If you’re arriving in Jeddah from Port Sudan and need urgent assistance, you can contact FCDO in Jeddah on +966 (0)12 622 5550 and select option 4.

Leaving Sudan by a land border

If you’re considering leaving Sudan across a land border, check that the border crossing will be open.

Sudan’s borders with Chad and Eritrea are currently closed.

Check the travel advice for the country you will be entering to understand the entry requirements for that country and whether FCDO advises against travel.

Sudan-Egypt border

Significant numbers of people are trying to cross the border from Sudan into Egypt. There are 2 main land border crossings between Egypt and Sudan, at Argeen and Qustul. The nearest town in Sudan to the crossings is Wadi Halfa, 30km from border.

There is almost no infrastructure at these border crossings. People are waiting several days to cross the border, with limited access to food and water.

The British Embassy in Egypt does not have staff at the border. Our ability to provide help is very limited.

If you’re a British national planning to cross into Egypt at Argeen or Qustul and you do not have valid documentation with you, call the British Embassy in Cairo: + 20 (0) 2 2791 6000.

See our Egypt travel advice for entry requirements, including information on visas.

Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Safety — Foreign Office

This guide also has safety advice for regions of Sudan .

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .

Terrorism in Sudan

Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Sudan

Terrorism attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by foreigners, such as:

  • transport hubs
  • hotels
  • restaurants
  • places of worship
  • major gatherings

Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.

Red Sea military activity

There is a military response to Houthi militants’ attempts to disrupt international shipping in the Red Sea. The military activity is limited to the Red Sea and Yemen, but travel advice for nearby countries could change at short notice. You should monitor travel advice and follow instructions from local authorities.

Security situation

There is an ongoing conflict across Sudan following violent clashes, which started in April 2023.

Crime

There has been widespread violent crime in Khartoum since the start of the conflict. There have also been reports of a large increase in crime in other cities and areas of Sudan.

Types of crime include:

  • looting
  • burglaries and home invasions
  • theft
  • muggings
  • demands for money at checkpoints
  • mobile phone and bag-snatching, including drive-by bag-snatching by thieves on motorbikes
  • aggressive begging, including attempts to open the doors of stopped vehicles

To reduce the risk to yourself and your belongings, you should:

  • not leave valuable items on display
  • keep doors locked and windows closed when driving

If you’re stopped or attacked, comply with demands and do not resist.

Criminal kidnap

There is a high threat of detention, including kidnap, enforced disappearances and unlawful arrest across Sudan. There have been a number of recent incidents where British nationals and other westerners have been detained against their will.

Humanitarian aid workers and journalists are viewed as legitimate targets.

Mobile phone and internet access

There are regular communication blackouts. Mobile phone and internet services are not always available. Telecommunications networks could be disrupted without warning.

Personal ID

It is a legal requirement to carry photographic ID, such as a passport, with you at all times.

Dress code

Non-Muslim women do not have to wear a veil or cover their heads. Men and women should dress modestly and respect local customs and sensitivities.

Ramadan

Sudan is an Islamic country. Respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions. Make sure your actions do not cause offence, especially during the holy month of Ramadan or if you intend to visit religious areas.

Alcohol and drug laws

Non-Muslims are allowed to drink alcohol in Sudan, but not in the presence of Muslims. However, you may still be arrested for drinking alcohol regardless of the circumstances.

There are severe penalties for drug trafficking.

Using cameras in secure areas

Due to the conflict, it is not advisable to take photographs in secure areas in Sudan. Do not take photographs or use a mobile phone camera close to:

  • government…

American passport — U.S. Department of State

In brief
  • U.S. citizens are advised not to travel to Sudan due to risks including unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines, and health threats.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum suspended operations in April 2023, and the U.S. government cannot provide consular services within Sudan.
  • Armed conflict persists, particularly in Kordofan, Darfur, and the capital region, with unpredictable and violent conditions.
  • Crime, including kidnapping and armed robbery, is a common threat, and checkpoints may pose risks to travelers.
  • Terrorist groups may attack with little warning, targeting government facilities and tourist areas.
  • Landmines and unexploded ordnance are a significant threat throughout the country, even in areas where fighting has ceased.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel 2026-05-14travel.state.gov ↗updated 14.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Advisory summary

Do not travel to Sudan due to risk of unrest , crime , kidnapping , terrorism , landmines , and health threats .

The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum suspended its operations in April 2023 due to the outbreak of armed conflict in Sudan. The U.S. government cannot provide routine or emergency consular services to Americans in Sudan due to the current security situation. Do not travel to Sudan for any reason.

To report an emergency regarding an American in Sudan, contact:

  • U.S. Embassy Cairo: +20-2-2797-3300
  • From the United States and Canada: Dial +1-888-407-4747 for the U.S. Department of State.
  • From elsewhere in the world: Dial +1-202-501-4444 for the U.S. Department of State.

Unrest - Armed Conflict

Armed conflict continues in Sudan. This includes heavy fighting among the Sudanese Armed Forces, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, and various armed militias.

  • The situation is violent, volatile, and extremely unpredictable. This is especially true in the Kordofan and Darfur regions, as well as in the capital region, including Khartoum and Omdurman.
  • Khartoum International Airport is currently only operating for limited commercial traffic. Commercial service to the Port Sudan International Airport has been limited at times due to drone strikes.
  • Electrical and communication disruptions can occur at any time. This includes internet and cell phone service interruptions.

Crime

  • Crime, including kidnapping, assault, rape, armed robbery, home invasion, looting, and carjacking, is a common threat throughout the country.
  • Checkpoints can appear at any time. Some may be real security checkpoints, but others may be set up so people can steal from travelers. Some checkpoints may be especially dangerous for certain groups of people.

Terrorism

  • Members of known terrorist groups and people sympathetic to these groups can attack with little or no warning. They may target foreign and local government facilities, as well as tourist areas.

Landmines

  • Landmines are a threat. Much of Sudan is an active war zone. There are widespread reports of unexploded ordnance and landmines posing a threat in Khartoum and elsewhere in the country, even after fighting has ended in those areas.

Health

Medical services in Sudan are extremely limited. Adequate medical treatment for routine and emergency procedures is often not available.

  • Even minor…

Global Affairs Canada — additional reading

Avoid all travel

SUDAN - AVOID ALL TRAVEL

Avoid all travel to Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest and the volatile security situation.

  • SUDAN — Avoid all travel to Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest and the volatile security situation.

Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026

In brief
  • Canadian travellers must carry photographic identification, such as a passport, at all times and abide by local laws, including Sharia, which is applied throughout Sudan. [Global Affairs Canada]. Foreign Office
  • Public displays of affection, swimming discreetly, and wearing shorts are discouraged, especially for women, and religious proselytism can lead to arrest, detention, and deportation. Global Affairs Canada
  • Importing or consuming alcohol is prohibited, and penalties for drug possession, use, or trafficking are severe; pornography is also illegal. Global Affairs Canada
  • Photography requires authorization from the Ministry of Culture and Information, with strict prohibitions on photographing airports, military areas, bridges, and public utilities, to avoid suspicion of espionage. Global Affairs Canada
  • Travellers must have an International Driving Permit with their Canadian licence, and due to sanctions, transferring foreign currency is difficult; bring sufficient U.S. dollars in cash as foreign cards are not accepted. Global Affairs Canada
  • Same-sex sexual activity is illegal and not tolerated, and extramarital relations or sharing hotel rooms with someone of the opposite sex if not married or closely related is also illegal. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all

Local laws

You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.

Sharia

Sudan is a traditional, conservative society. Sharia (Islamic law) is applied throughout the country. Islamic practices and beliefs are closely adhered to in the country’s customs, laws and regulations.

  • Avoid public displays of affection, including holding hands
  • Be extremely discreet if swimming in public
  • Avoid wearing shorts in public

More advice for women travellers

Ramadan

In 2027, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 7. In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:

  • drinking
  • eating
  • smoking
Religious proselytism

Religious proselytism can lead to arrest, prolonged detention and deportation.

Drugs

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Bags are routinely searched upon arrival and departure at the Khartoum airport.

Alcohol

It is prohibited to import or consume alcohol, even in private. Drugs, alcohol and travel

Pornography

Possession of pornographic material is illegal.

Photography

You must obtain authorization from the Ministry of Culture and Information for any form of photography. Even with a permit, it is strictly prohibited to photograph:

  • airports and military areas
  • bridges
  • drainage stations
  • broadcast stations
  • public utilities
  • slum areas
  • beggars

Local authorities may suspect you of espionage if you take photos without official permission. If so, they may detain you. If you travel with a laptop, make sure it does not contain any photos that Sudanese authorities could deem suspicious.

Drones

Due to security concerns related to the ongoing armed conflict, the importation, possession, or use of drones may result in arrest, detention and the confiscation of equipment.

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Sudan. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Sudan by an abducting parent:

  • act as quickly as you can
  • consult a lawyer in Canada and in Sudan to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
  • report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.

Driving

To drive in Sudan, you must have an International Driving Permit along with your valid Canadian driver’s licence. International Driving Permit

Money

The currency of Sudan is the Sudanese pound (SDG), but the U.S. dollar is widely accepted. The Sudanese pound is non-convertible outside the country and its export is prohibited. Transferring U.S. or Canadian dollars to Sudan is difficult due to international sanctions imposed on the country. Foreign debit and credit cards are not accepted. There are ATMs, but they only service local accounts. International flights and hotel bills must be paid in cash. You should have sufficient cash in U.S. dollars to cover all your expenses during your stay.

Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences

Personal ID

It is a legal requirement to carry photographic ID, such as a passport, with you at all times.

Dress code

Non-Muslim women do not have to wear a veil or cover their heads. Men and women should dress modestly and respect local customs and sensitivities.

Ramadan

Sudan is an Islamic country. Respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions. Make sure your actions do not cause offence, especially during the holy month of Ramadan or if you intend to visit religious areas.

Alcohol and drug laws

Non-Muslims are allowed to drink alcohol in Sudan, but not in the presence of Muslims. However, you may still be arrested for drinking alcohol regardless of the circumstances. There are severe penalties for drug trafficking.

Using cameras in secure areas

Due to the conflict, it is not advisable to take photographs in secure areas in Sudan. Do not take photographs or use a mobile phone camera close to:

  • government buildings
  • military installations
  • public utilities, including petrol stations
  • other sensitive areas, such as bridges and airports

Plain-clothed public security officers operate in these areas.

LGBT+ travellers

Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Sudan and not tolerated in Sudanese society. This includes inviting guests into hotel rooms. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.

Relationships outside marriage

It’s illegal to have extramarital relations and there are severe penalties. It’s illegal to live together, or to share the same hotel room, with someone of the opposite sex if you’re not married or closely related.

Guests in hotel rooms

It’s illegal to invite guests into your hotel room. Business meetings should take place in hotel lobbies or meeting rooms, not hotel rooms. Tourist police patrol the hotels, and British nationals have reported problems with Sudanese authorities about this.

Technical equipment

You might need a licence to use some technical equipment in Sudan, including:

  • satellite phones
  • listening or recording devices
  • radio transmitters
  • powerful cameras or binoculars

Contact the Sudanese Embassy in the UK before travelling for more information.

Money

It’s difficult to use non-Sudanese credit or debit cards, and most banks and ATM machines will not let you withdraw cash. Bring US dollars with you to Sudan. You may be able to exchange US dollars dated 2006 onwards (older ones will not be exchanged), but this will be difficult due to the current conflict. British pounds are rarely exchanged. Only change money through banks or official exchange bureaus.

Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Air: Poor 76/100PM2.5 51.1 µg/m³ · PM10 180.2 µg/m³
UV very high today max 9.8Right now 0.0 · WHO scale 0–11+

What it changes for you: Poor air: asthma, COPD, allergies — bring your prescription and regular treatment, limit outdoor exertion; persistent breathing trouble goes to a doctor, or to the 24/7 number. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.

Reading 00:00 (Africa/Khartoum)Open-Meteo ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.

Physicians per 1,000 people
Sudan0.2 2017
Switzerland4.5 2022
France3.3 2022
Hospital beds per 1,000 people
Sudan0.7 2021
Switzerland4.4 2023
France5.7 2022
Health spending per person (USD)
Sudan21 2023
Switzerland11,784 2023
France5,327 2024
Life expectancy (years)
Sudan66.5 2024
Switzerland84.4 2024
France83.0 2024

Reading: With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 21 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.

World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

I travel on a passportVisa, passport validity, entry form: the rules depend on your passport. Each government describes them for its own nationals.

French passport — France Diplomatie

In brief
  • French nationals require a visa to enter Sudan, which must be obtained from a Sudanese embassy abroad and can take up to five weeks to process.
  • A passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Sudan is mandatory for all visitors.
  • Foreigners must register with the Directorate General of Passports and Immigration within three days of arrival, and in every city of stay.
  • A travel permit is necessary for any movement outside Khartoum and may be difficult to obtain for certain regions.
  • Travel permits can be requested when applying for a visa at Sudanese embassies abroad.
  • It is strongly advised against travelling to Sudan due to the ongoing conflict since April 2023.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Formalités d’entrée

L’accès au territoire du Soudan est soumis à l’obtention préalable d’un visa, y compris pour les passeports officiels. Depuis le déclenchement du conflit en avril 2023, les services de l’État soudanais sont cependant affectés par les combats et il est fortement déconseillé de se rendre dans le pays.

Avant le conflit, pour obtenir un visa d’entrée, il fallait s’adresser à l’ambassade du Soudan de son lieu de résidence et compter un délai pouvant aller jusqu’à 5 semaines. Le Soudan délivre rarement des visas valables pour plusieurs entrées.

Il convient de disposer d’un passeport d’une validité minimale de 6 mois à la date d’entrée sur le territoire soudanais. Jusqu’ici, aucun étranger n’était admis sur le territoire soudanais s’il était détenteur d’un passeport revêtu d’un visa ou d’un tampon israélien ; la signature en 2021 par le Soudan des Accords d’Abraham pourrait faire évoluer cette réglementation dans un futur proche mais aucune notification officielle n’a été effectuée par les autorités soudanaises.

Les visiteurs et les expatriés titulaires de passeports ordinaires sont tenus, dans les trois jours suivant leur arrivée, de se faire enregistrer auprès de la direction générale des passeports, au service des étrangers, quels que soient l’objet et la durée de leur séjour. Il faut procéder à cet enregistrement auprès des autorités de police dans chaque ville où l’on séjourne. En cas d’oubli ou de retard, les contrevenants doivent payer une amende.

En cas de dépassement de la durée du séjour autorisé par le visa, il convient, pour éviter d’avoir à payer une amende, d’obtenir auprès des services de police en charge des étrangers une prolongation de son visa.

Les personnes mineures binationales (française et soudanaise) peuvent quitter le territoire soudanais avec le…

Permis de voyager

Un « travel permit » (permis de voyager) est exigé pour tout déplacement en dehors de Khartoum et peut s’avérer difficile à obtenir pour se rendre dans certaines parties du pays, en fonction de la situation du moment.

Les permis de voyager peuvent être sollicités lors du dépôt de la demande de visa dans les ambassades du Soudan à l’étranger.

Tout ressortissant étranger est, en outre, tenu de s’enregistrer auprès des autorités locales (ministère de l’intérieur ou commissariat de police), dans les trois jours suivant son arrivée dans le pays. Cette formalité est à réitérer, le cas échéant, dans toute localité où il est prévu de résider, hors de la capitale.

Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)

The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 11.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • British citizens must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond their arrival date to enter Sudan.
  • A visa is required for entry into Sudan, which can be obtained from the Sudanese Embassy in the UK or the country of departure.
  • An exit visa may be required to leave Sudan if entering on a single-entry visa; consult Port Sudan Airport Immigration for details.
  • Travel permits are mandatory for leaving the Red Sea State, with varying requirements and fees depending on the destination.
  • Entry into Sudan is prohibited if your passport contains an Israeli visa, entry, or exit stamp.
  • All travellers must register with the Aliens Department within three days of arrival, requiring two passport photos and a fee.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Entry requirements — rules for a British passport

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK who choose to travel against FCDO advice. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Sudan’s current rules for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Sudan set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Sudanese Embassy in the UK .

Passport validity requirements

To enter Sudan, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

Dual nationals

When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .

Visa requirements

You must have a visa to enter Sudan.

Applying for a visa

You can apply for a visa through the Sudanese Embassy in the UK , or through the Sudanese embassy in the country you’re travelling from.

Exit visas

If you enter Sudan on a single-entry visa, you’ll need an exit visa to leave the country, though this is not always enforced. You can get more information on exit visas from Port Sudan Airport Immigration. You may need to show proof of your sponsor and pay the exit visa fee.

Travel permits

You will not be allowed to leave the Red Sea State without a travel permit. You need to apply for that once in country and pay a fee. The requirements for each state are different. You will have to pay different amounts and go through different processes depending on your destination.

Previous travel to Israel

If your passport has an Israeli visa, entry or exit stamp, you will not be allowed to enter Sudan.

Vaccine requirements

To enter Sudan, you must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination.

For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Sudan guide .

Registering with the authorities

You must register with the Aliens Department at the Ministry of Interior within 3 days of your arrival in Sudan. You will need 2 passport size photos and to pay a fee.

If you do not register within 3 days of arrival, you may be fined. Some larger hotels will do this for you. Ask when you check-in.

Children and young people

As well as a visa, children aged 17 and under must have their father’s consent to enter and exit Sudan. Children travelling without their father need a letter giving consent for them to enter and exit Sudan, though this is not always enforced.

You must get the letter stamped at the Sudanese Embassy in the UK before travel.

If the father is absent, mothers or guardians must get a court order which shows they have sole custodial rights for the children.

If the parents are divorced, you’ll need to show divorce documents.

If the father has died, you’ll need to show the death certificate.

Contact the Sudanese Embassy in the UK for more information.

Customs rules

There are…

American passport — U.S. Department of State

The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 14.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Living on site

For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.

CrimeHIGH

What the texts say · There has been widespread violent crime in Khartoum since the start of the conflict. There is a high threat of detention, including kidnap, enforced disappearances and unlawful arrest across Sudan.

What they advise:
  • If you’re stopped or attacked, comply with demands and do not resist.
  • To reduce the risk to yourself and your belongings, you should: not leave valuable items on display - keep doors locked and windows closed when driving.
Foreign Office
TransportHIGH

What the texts say · Road travel will involve heightened levels of risk due to the current conflict and should only be undertaken if strictly necessary. Roads can be dangerous due to: artillery fire and other risks of military activity, including drone strikes - unexploded ordnance and landmines - potholes - a lack of traffic signs - numerous motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, livestock and stray animals on the road - insufficient lighting and vehicles not using their headlights.

Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
Nature and climateMODERATE

What the texts say · Flash flooding can happen during the rainy season from July to October.

What they advise: Monitor weather reports and plan your travels accordingly.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
Laws and customsTO KNOW

What the texts say · Non-Muslims are allowed to drink alcohol in Sudan, but not in the presence of Muslims. Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Sudan and not tolerated in Sudanese society.

What they advise:
  • Men and women should dress modestly and respect local customs and sensitivities.
  • Due to the conflict, it is not advisable to take photographs in secure areas in Sudan.
Foreign Office
Cyber and dataMODERATE

What the texts say · There are regular communication blackouts.

Foreign Office
Crowds and calendarMODERATE

What the texts say · Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time.

What they advise: Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place.
Global Affairs Canada

Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 11.05.2026 · read 27.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 24.09.2026 · read 27.09.2026)

Safety in figures
Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people
Sudan26.8 2019
Switzerland2.2 2019
France5.1 2019

Reading: On the road, 12 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

—:—Local time · Africa/Khartoum ·
999Local emergency numbers · Single number 999
Europlug, Fiches et prises de courant alternatif : types britanniques et apparentés230 V
Drivingon the right

Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank

Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.

Public holidaysNager.Date ↗read 25.09.2026

  • Fri 25 Dec — Christmas Day
ESSENTIAL

Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).

+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client area

The hospitals to know — Khartoum

The hospital list has not been read from OpenStreetMap for this page yet: the medical-network map loads it when opened. Maximum's assistance directs you to the right facility, 24/7. The medical-network map ↗

40pharmacies21doctorsFull map and list ↗

Before you go

  • Routine vaccinesup to date
  • Hepatitis Arecommended
  • Hepatitis Brecommended
  • Malariapreventive medicine recommended
  • Typhoidrecommended
  • Meningococcal diseasedepending on the area
  • Yellow feverdepending on the area

CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026

On site

DengueMosquitoes bite by day: repellent, long sleeves.
MalariaPresent in some areas: talk to a doctor before leaving.
ChikungunyaMosquito-borne: same protection as for dengue.
SunUV very high (10): hat, sunscreen, water.
MedicationIn their box, with the prescription — in English if possible.

The health system — With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 21 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.

Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

The next 7 days Africa/KhartoumMET Norway ↗read 13.10.2026

Wed 14 Oct28–41°mainly clear
Thu 15 Oct28–40°clear
Fri 16 Oct29–40°clear
Sat 17 Oct27–39°clear
Sun 18 Oct27–40°clear
Mon 19 Oct29–39°clear
Tue 20 Oct29–39°mainly clear

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

I travel on a passportYour embassy, and the service to register with, depend on your passport.

Your country, 24/7, from abroad

FR
Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs+33 1 53 59 11 0024/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.www.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026
CH
FDFA Helpline+41 58 465 33 33+41 800 24 7 36524/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.www.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 11.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026
GB
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office+44 20 7008 500024 hours, for British nationals.www.gov.uk ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026
US
Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State+1 202 501 4444+1 888 407 4747From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.travel.state.gov ↗updated 14.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

French passport — French embassy and consulates

FR
Ambassade de Franceembassy · nearest · 3.6 km

الخرطوم

phone not published

OpenStreetMap

Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates

CH
Ambassade de Suisseembassy · nearest · 3.5 km

الخرطوم

phone not published

Useful addresses — FDFA, in French

Représentations suisses à l’étranger: en cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Ambassade de Suisse au Kenya Helpline DFAE

OpenStreetMap · DFAE

British passport — British embassy and consulates

OpenStreetMap

American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates

OpenStreetMap

Police

  • شرطة جوازات الاجانب · 1.0 km
    شارع الصحافة زلط
  • قسم شرطة امتداد الدرجة الثالثة · 1.1 km
  • اكاديمية الشرطة العليا · 1.1 km
    شارع الصحافة زلط
  • الشرطة الشعبية · 1.2 km

OpenStreetMap

Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 11.05.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Getting help — Foreign Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.

Emergency services in Sudan

Telephone: 999 (ambulance, fire, police)

Emergency services in Sudan have been severely impacted by the conflict and are often unresponsive.

Contact your travel provider and insurer

Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.

Help abroad

See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.

Help in the UK

You can call  FCDO  in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.

Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)

Find out about call charges

Ten phrases in Arabic

For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.

English is also an official language in Sudan; these phrases are in Arabic, an official language more widely spoken there than English.

Help!النجدة!an-najda!
Call an ambulance!اتصلوا بالإسعاف!ittasilu bil-is'af!
I need a doctor.أحتاج إلى طبيب.ahtaju ila tabib.
Where is the nearest hospital?أين أقرب مستشفى؟ayna aqrab mustashfa?
Call the police!اتصلوا بالشرطة!ittasilu bish-shurta!
I am allergic to penicillin.عندي حساسية من البنسلين.'indi hassasiyya min al-binisilin.
I have international medical insurance.لدي تأمين طبي دولي.ladayya ta'min tibbi dawli.
I want to contact my embassy.أريد الاتصال بسفارتي.urid al-ittisal bi-safarati.
Please take me to this address.خذني إلى هذا العنوان من فضلك.khudhni ila hadha al-'unwan min fadlak.
Do you speak English?هل تتكلم الإنجليزية؟hal tatakallam al-injiliziya?

Translations by Maximum Insurance, original script and transliteration.

  • Keep the entry stamp, hospital invoices and the medical report. Without them a claim cannot be rebuilt.
  • File it from the claim form, once back, with those papers.
  • The France Diplomatie health page mentions dengue and malaria and chikungunya. A fever in the weeks after return should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.

1Once — the framework
2For each departure
3During the mission, and after

What is happening in Sudan right now

Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.

What governments have just written

LatestSécurité maritime en Mer Rouge et dans le détroit de Bab-el-Mandeb

Compte tenu des menaces visant les bâtiments civils qui passent par le détroit de Bab-el-Mandeb et d’activités militaires en Mer Rouge et dans le nord du Golfe d’Aden, il est instamment recommandé aux navigateurs de plaisance de reporter sine die leurs déplacements dans cette zone. En outre, une recrudescence récente des actes de piraterie le long des côtes de la Somalie a été enregistrée et est susceptible d’affecter les bateaux ayant besoin de faire d’escale dans la…

France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 1 October 2025 · updated 4 March 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026
UpdateGlobal Affairs Canada

The Health section was updated - travel health information (Public Health Agency of Canada)

September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026

No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.

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Frequently asked questions — travel insurance Sudan

24/7 support number — +41 22 ••• •• ••An adviser goes through each question with you until you have an actionable answer: cover, hospital, entry rules, claims. Full number in your client area. You can also ask Maximum directly, just below these questions.
What is the official risk level in Sudan today?

Level 4/4 — Do Not Travel, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 13 October 2026.

  • Is the whole country advised against? United States: yes · France: yes · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: yes (reading of 27 September 2026).
  • Switzerland’s FDFA advises against all travel to the country (published 11.02.2026).
  • The FDFA advises against the trip: art. 18.1 (Module A) opens cancellation, change and curtailment costs.
  • At this level most bank cards and standard policies exclude the trip: read My cover before booking, and only leave with cover that says so in writing.
  • We check these sources every morning and e-mail you the day one changes (Alerts button).

Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 14.05 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 13.10DFAE · updated 11.02 · read 13.10207-country comparison

Is the whole of Sudan advised against, or only some areas?

An area advised against does not rule out the country.

  • Official answers: United States: yes · France: yes · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: yes.
  • Foreign Office, regional risks: “This section has extra safety advice for regions of Sudan. It only covers regions where the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) has specific advice. You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice . Travelling…”
  • Keep your country of residence's advisory on booking day and on departure day: that is what your policy's clauses cite.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 11.05 · read 13.10State Department · updated 14.05 · read 13.10

What are the entry requirements for Sudan with my passport?

The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.

  • French passport (France Diplomatie): French nationals require a visa to enter Sudan, which must be obtained from a Sudanese embassy abroad and can take up to five weeks to process. A passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Sudan is mandatory for all visitors. Foreigners must register with the Directorate General of Passports and Immigration within three days of arrival, and in every city of stay.
  • British passport (Foreign Office): British citizens must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond their arrival date to enter Sudan. A visa is required for entry into Sudan, which can be obtained from the Sudanese Embassy in the UK or the country of departure. An exit visa may be required to leave Sudan if entering on a single-entry visa; consult Port Sudan Airport Immigration for details.
  • American passport: the requirements are on the State Department country page (travel.state.gov).
  • Swiss passport: the FDFA refers you to the destination's embassy in Switzerland.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Before you go › Entry: the official text that concerns you comes first, with its “In brief” summary.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 11.05 · read 13.10State Department · updated 14.05 · read 13.10

Do I need an insurance certificate for a Sudan visa?

For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).

  • Many other countries ask for it on entry or for a visa, case by case: check Before you go › Entry, with your passport.
  • Subscribe: the named certificate arrives by e-mail on payment, with your name, dates and limits (CHF 1.5M medical expenses, unlimited evacuation and repatriation) — the ones consulates check.
  • Attach it to the visa file; if in doubt about the format, write to us.

SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does Maximum Insurance do in Sudan, concretely?

VIP Pack — $990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.

  • CHF 1.5M emergency medical expenses, unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation, search and rescue CHF 50,000, cancellation or change CHF 5,000.
  • One 24/7 number, +41 22 ••• •• ••: Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
  • Network of 45,000 providers (art. 6.9); evacuation is decided, organised and paid by Maximum's medical team if the local facility is not enough (art. 6.2.2).
  • Named certificate by e-mail on payment, no medical questionnaire.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 10.10

How much does a medical repatriation from Sudan cost?

From 45 000 € to 140 000 € depending on severity and distance (Diversified Quotes, 2026).

  • Without cover: the hospital asks for a deposit before admission, and the medical flight is paid up front.
  • With the VIP Pack: the evacuation is decided and settled by Maximum (art. 6.2.2) — no advance, no cap.

SourcesDiversified Quotes, 2026General conditions, policy 20 00 479

What should I do if hospitalised in Sudan?

Six steps, in this order.

  • 1. Call +41 22 ••• •• •• before paying anything, or have the front desk call: it is the condition for full cover (otherwise: reduced or refused benefits).
  • 2. Ask for a hospital in the Maximum network (art. 6.9).
  • 3. See a doctor the same day and leave with the certificate: without an on-the-spot finding, nothing is covered (art. 33).
  • 4. Admitted for more than 24 h? The front desk calls Maximum: direct payment guarantee, no deposit (art. 2.12).
  • 5. Book no ambulance or flight yourself (art. 6.2.2).
  • 6. Once home, file within 30 days (art. 35.7).
  • Local emergency services: single number 999.

SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Which emergency numbers in Sudan?

Local emergency services: single number 999

  • Maximum, 24/7, before any payment: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
  • France — Ambassade de France (3.6 km)
  • Switzerland — Ambassade de Suisse (3.5 km)
  • United Kingdom — Ambassade du Royaume-Uni (6.0 km)
  • United States — Ambassade des États-Unis (8.6 km) · (+249)(187)-0-(22000)
  • Save these numbers before leaving; in immediate danger, call local emergency services first, then Maximum.

SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 10.10

Is an Amex, Visa or Mastercard enough in Sudan?

At today's level 4/4, card by card:

  • Amex Platinum — Your Amex Platinum expressly excludes this trip: the T&Cs rule out travel to countries your government has advised against visiting.
  • Visa — Your Visa may not cover here: the notice excludes the consequences of war, notorious political instability and terrorism — precisely the risks of an advised-against area.
  • Mastercard — Your Mastercard World Elite expressly excludes this trip: areas 'formally advised against' by the French foreign ministry are ruled out, assessed at departure date.
  • Three lines to read in your notice: the duration (often 90 days per trip), the settlement (reimbursement afterwards or direct payment of the hospital) and the area exclusion at level 4/4.

SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '

Are a health plan or a travel policy enough in Sudan?

A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.

  • Health plan — A health plan treats you at home. Here the hospital asks for a guarantee before admission — not a later reimbursement.
  • Travel policy — The clause is a market standard: the reference policy excludes trips to areas 'formally advised against by government authorities' — at this level most classic policies no longer cover.
  • A travel policy often has a territorial clause at level 4/4 and a 90-day limit per trip.
  • Have your IPID number or the PDF of the terms and ask an expert to call you back: the answer is in the document, not in the brochure.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

How do I use the medical network on this page?

The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.

  • Type your city, hotel or beach: the map re-centres, 24/7 emergency rooms come first.
  • Each row gives the phone when the source publishes it, the nearest street, directions and the Google Maps listing.
  • The PDF briefing repeats the same places, numbered on a printable map.
  • No customer reviews: OpenStreetMap has none, and we invent none.

SourcesOpenStreetMap (ODbL) · read 10.10

Which vaccines and health precautions for Sudan?

The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.

  • CDC (Travelers' Health), depending on the trip: Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Chikungunya, Cholera, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Malaria.
  • France Diplomatie reports in the country: dengue, malaria, chikungunya — mosquito protection day and night.
  • WHO: 4 outbreak alert(s) for this country in the last 24 months, including “Sudan virus disease – Uganda” (26 April 2025).
  • See a doctor or a travel clinic 8 weeks before departure (Foreign Office).
  • Carry your medicines in their packaging, with a prescription using international non-proprietary names (France Diplomatie).

SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 13.10OMS · updated 26.04 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 11.05 · read 13.10

Can I be treated in Sudan, or will I be evacuated?

0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (2017) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.

  • 0.7 hospital beds per 1,000 people versus 4.4 in Switzerland (World Bank).
  • With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 21 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
  • When the local facility is not enough, Maximum's medical team decides the evacuation to a suitable centre, and pays for it (art. 6.2.2).

SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Sudan: safety, in figures?

Comparable figures (homicides, roads, incidents) are under Safety & risks › Incidents.

  • 26.8 road deaths per 100,000 people versus 2.2 in Switzerland (World Bank, WHO).
  • UCDP (Uppsala University): 246 geolocated violent incidents, 2,151 deaths over the last closed period, each placed on the map.
  • On the road, 12 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

SourcesWorld Bank (UNODC, WHO) · read 10.10UCDP

Where is my embassy in Sudan, and why register?

The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):

  • France — Ambassade de France (3.6 km)
  • Switzerland — Ambassade de Suisse (3.5 km)
  • United Kingdom — Ambassade du Royaume-Uni (6.0 km)
  • United States — Ambassade des États-Unis (8.6 km) · (+249)(187)-0-(22000)
  • Register before leaving: France: Ariane · Switzerland: Travel Admin · United Kingdom: Foreign Office alerts · United States: STEP.
  • Two minutes, and in a crisis your country's authorities can reach you and count you in an evacuation.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Contacts: your embassy comes first.

SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 10.10DFAE · updated 11.02 · read 13.10

Which regions of Sudan should I avoid, precisely?

At least one official reading covers the whole country; 2 regions are also named, fully or partly.

  • Your point (Khartoum): advised against — all travel.
  • Advised against — all travel: Khartoum, Sennar.
  • Global Affairs Canada covers the whole country.
  • Maximum does not exclude these areas: the VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there (sanctions, embargoes and a country already at war at departure remain enforceable).

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 11.05 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 13.10

Which laws and customs should I know in Sudan?

Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.

  • Canadian travellers must carry photographic identification, such as a passport, at all times and abide by local laws, including Sharia, which is applied throughout Sudan. [Global Affairs Canada].
  • Public displays of affection, swimming discreetly, and wearing shorts are discouraged, especially for women, and religious proselytism can lead to arrest, detention, and deportation.
  • Importing or consuming alcohol is prohibited, and penalties for drug possession, use, or trafficking are severe; pornography is also illegal.
  • Photography requires authorization from the Ministry of Culture and Information, with strict prohibitions on photographing airports, military areas, bridges, and public utilities, to avoid suspicion of espionage.
  • Travellers must have an International Driving Permit with their Canadian licence, and due to sanctions, transferring foreign currency is difficult; bring sufficient U.S. dollars in cash as foreign cards are not accepted.

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 11.05 · read 13.10

Who can I call at any hour from Sudan?

Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.

  • France — Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs: +33 1 53 59 11 00. 24/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.
  • Switzerland — FDFA Helpline: +41 58 465 33 33 · +41 800 24 7 365. 24/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.
  • United Kingdom — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: +44 20 7008 5000. 24 hours, for British nationals.
  • United States — Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State: +1 202 501 4444 · +1 888 407 4747. From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.

Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 12.03 · read 13.10eda.admin.ch · updated 11.02 · read 13.10

A few useful phrases in Arabic for Sudan?

Emergency phrases, transliterated; the original script, to show if pronunciation fails, is under Useful phrases.

  • Help! → an-najda!
  • Call an ambulance! → ittasilu bil-is'af!
  • I need a doctor. → ahtaju ila tabib.
  • Where is the nearest hospital? → ayna aqrab mustashfa?
  • Call the police! → ittasilu bish-shurta!

SourcesMaximum Insurance

What should I keep after leaving Sudan, and how do I file a claim?

Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.

  • File within 30 days (art. 35.7) from your client area, with the documents; the official forms are pre-filled.
  • Costs advanced on site are reimbursed against receipts.
  • Fever, persistent diarrhoea or a rash in the following weeks? See a doctor and say where you have been — dengue, malaria, chikungunya circulate in the country (France Diplomatie).

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does the Pack VIP Extreme add?

Cancellation or change up to CHF 20,000, special risk CHF 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.

  • Special risk (Module A): political event, attack, epidemic, natural disaster — opens when the FDFA, the FOPH or WHO advise against the trip (art. 18.1).
  • Epidemic: assistance must be requested within 7 days of the WHO or FDFA qualification (art. 36.2).
  • Crisis management and security: trip registration, monitoring, extraction, evacuation in case of riot, war, terrorism or disaster; Kidnap & Ransom subject to eligibility (art. 18.4).
  • $2,290 a year, unlimited trips.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

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What Maximum knows

The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.

Travelling to Khartoum, Port-Soudan: what changes

The published advisory level is national, but risk is not: business hubs (Khartoum, Port-Soudan) do not share the profile of border areas. The medical network shown on this page is computed around Khartoum — real hospitals, evacuation airport and live alerts. Before a specific trip, always cross-check your country of residence's advisory: that is what your policy cites.

Same advisory level: Haiti · Iraq · Iran · Lebanon · Libya · Mali

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The displayed level comes from the State Department, checked every morning. Before departure, always cross-check your country of residence's advisory: that is what your policy cites.

The level shown is the official U.S. Department of State level, checked daily. Maximum Insurance is an insurance distributor — general information, not personal advice.

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