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Sudan Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

Visa Required

German citizens need a visa to enter Sudan - apply through the Sudanese Embassy in Berlin; fee around EUR 100, processing 2-4 weeks, and current security conditions mean advance planning and checking travel advisories is essential.

Guide last updated October 14, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
  • Completed visa application form from the Sudanese Embassy
  • Two recent passport photos, white background
  • Letter of invitation or hotel booking confirmation
  • Proof of return or onward ticket
  • Bank statement showing sufficient funds
  • Biometrics: fingerprints taken at the embassy for some visa categories
  • Travel health insurance recommended; yellow fever vaccination certificate required

Visa types

  • Tourist visa: single entry, up to 30 days, fee approx EUR 100
  • Business visa: single or multiple entry, up to 90 days, requires a sponsor letter, fee approx EUR 150
  • Online pre-approval exists for some nationalities, but German citizens typically still need an embassy-issued sticker visa

How to apply

  • Submit the application in person or by mail to the Sudanese Embassy in Berlin
  • Documents checklist: passport, photos, invitation letter, flight itinerary, proof of funds
  • Fee paid by bank transfer or cash at the embassy counter
  • Standard processing: 2-4 weeks; expedited service rarely offered
  • An interview may be required for business or work visas; tourist applicants are usually exempt

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approx EUR 100 for tourist, EUR 150 for business, payable by cash or bank transfer
  • No separate VFS or BLS service centre - handled directly by the embassy
  • Total cost estimate including photos and courier: EUR 110-160
  • Standard processing: 2-4 weeks
  • Express processing is generally unavailable

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Apply at least 6-8 weeks before travel given slow processing and periodic embassy closures
  • Common rejection reasons: incomplete invitation letters, insufficient funds documentation
  • Check the German Federal Foreign Office travel advisories - Sudan has significant security and conflict-related travel warnings
  • Registration with the Aliens Registration Office may be required within 3 days of arrival in Sudan
  • Extensions are handled by the Sudanese Ministry of Interior in Khartoum

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.