Egypt to Sudan visa requirements
Egyptian passport holders must obtain a Sudan visa before travel; apply at a Sudanese mission.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
What Egypt travellers need to know
If you hold a Egypt passport and plan to visit Sudan for tourism, current guidance indicates you need a visa in advance.
Egyptian passport holders must obtain a Sudan visa before travel; apply at a Sudanese mission.
Typical stay guidance: Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
UK FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan. Confirm with mission only if travel essential.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Egypt to Sudan.
Entry requirements
- Sudan requires Egyptian citizens to obtain a visa in advance; apply at a Sudanese embassy or consulate.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months), application form, photos, proof of accommodation, return ticket.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
- UK FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan due to extreme security risks.
Stay
Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
UK FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan. Confirm with mission only if travel essential.
How to prepare (Egypt → Sudan)
- 1
Find the Sudan embassy, consulate, or visa centre that serves applicants in Egypt (or your country of residence).
- 2
Book an appointment and download the current tourist-visa checklist.
- 3
Prepare passport, photos, itinerary, invitation/hotel proof, bank statements, and forms.
- 4
Submit biometrics/fees and track the application until the passport is returned.
- 5
Only buy non-refundable tickets after the visa is granted, unless your airline allows flexible holds.
Documents checklist
- Valid Egypt passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Sudan
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Return or onward ticket required.
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Completed visa application form and supporting checklist documents
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Egypt citizens need a visa for Sudan?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Egypt travellers need a visa in advance for tourism to Sudan. Egyptian passport holders must obtain a Sudan visa before travel; apply at a Sudanese mission.
How long can I stay in Sudan on a Egypt passport?
Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.
What documents should Egypt travellers carry to Sudan?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
Where can I verify Sudan entry rules officially?
Start with: UK Government travel advice — Sudan entry requirements. Requirements can change without notice.
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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.