Burkina Faso to Sudan visa requirements

Visa required

Burkina Faso passport holders must obtain a Sudanese visa before traveling for tourism purposes.

Last verified: 2026-02-05

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Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Recommended

What Burkina Faso travellers need to know

If you hold a Burkina Faso passport and plan to visit Sudan for tourism, current guidance indicates you need a visa in advance.

Burkina Faso passport holders must obtain a Sudanese visa before traveling for tourism purposes.

Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.

Carry a passport that remains valid for your full stay in Sudan, with blank pages for stamps where required.

Contact the nearest Sudanese embassy for specific application procedures and current requirements.

Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Burkina Faso to Sudan.

Entry requirements

  • Apply through Sudanese embassies or consulates.
  • Valid passport with at least 6 months validity required.
  • Sponsoring letter and supporting documents needed.
  • Processing time approximately 10 working days.

Contact the nearest Sudanese embassy for specific application procedures and current requirements.

How to prepare (Burkina Faso → Sudan)

  1. 1

    Find the Sudan embassy, consulate, or visa centre that serves applicants in Burkina Faso (or your country of residence).

  2. 2

    Book an appointment and download the current tourist-visa checklist.

  3. 3

    Prepare passport, photos, itinerary, invitation/hotel proof, bank statements, and forms.

  4. 4

    Submit biometrics/fees and track the application until the passport is returned.

  5. 5

    Only buy non-refundable tickets after the visa is granted, unless your airline allows flexible holds.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Burkina Faso passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Sudan
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Completed visa application form and supporting checklist documents
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Burkina Faso citizens need a visa for Sudan?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burkina Faso travellers need a visa in advance for tourism to Sudan. Burkina Faso passport holders must obtain a Sudanese visa before traveling for tourism purposes.

How long can I stay in Sudan on a Burkina Faso passport?

Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Sudan immigration guidance before travel.

What documents should Burkina Faso travellers carry to Sudan?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.

Where can I verify Sudan entry rules officially?

Start with: Sudan visa exemption & requirements. Requirements can change without notice.

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Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.