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Sudan Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Zambian citizens need a Sudanese entry visa arranged in advance through the Sudanese embassy; a standard tourist/business sticker visa costs around USD 100-150, with processing typically taking 1-3 weeks.

Guide last updated September 28, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed Sudanese visa application form
  • Invitation letter from a host, sponsor, or company in Sudan
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the length of stay
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Two passport photos, 45mm x 35mm, plain white background
  • Biometrics: fingerprints may be captured at the embassy or on arrival, depending on current procedures
  • Travel health insurance: recommended, along with proof of yellow fever vaccination

Visa types

  • Tourist Visa: single entry, valid up to 3 months from issue, max stay 1 month, fee approx USD 100
  • Business Visa: single or multiple entry, valid up to 6 months, max stay 1 month per visit, fee approx USD 150, requires a business invitation
  • Transit Visa: single entry, valid for a few days, fee approx USD 50

How to apply

  • Applications are submitted directly at the Sudanese embassy or consulate (sudanembassy.org), as no VFS/BLS outsourcing is generally used for Sudan
  • Steps: complete the application form, gather the invitation letter and supporting documents, submit in person or by courier, pay the fee, and wait for the passport to be returned with the visa
  • Fee: approx USD 100-150 depending on visa category, payable in cash or by bank transfer to the embassy
  • Standard processing time: 1-3 weeks, and can be longer depending on security clearance requirements
  • An interview is occasionally required for business or work-related applications

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approx USD 100 (tourist) to USD 150 (business)
  • No separate agent fee if applying directly at the embassy
  • Total cost estimate: USD 100-160 including courier or travel costs to the embassy
  • Standard processing: 1-3 weeks
  • Express processing: rarely available; plan for the full standard timeline

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Apply at least 4-6 weeks before travel given variable processing times and possible security clearance delays
  • Common rejection reasons: missing invitation letter, unclear purpose of visit, incomplete financial proof
  • Check current travel advisories for Sudan closely before booking, given the security situation can change quickly
  • Where possible, have your Sudanese host or sponsor assist with the invitation letter to speed up processing
  • Extensions are handled through the Sudanese immigration authorities in Khartoum before the visa expires

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.