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title: Sudan visa for citizens of the United States
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# Sudan visa for citizens of the United States

Citizens of the United States need a visa for Sudan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for the stay

## How to apply

1. **Schedule an appointment** — Contact the Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Washington, D.C. to book an in-person appointment.
2. **Complete visa application form** — Obtain and fill out the visa application form, either from the embassy website or in person.
3. **Gather required documents** — Collect all necessary documents including passport, photos, invitation letter, hotel reservation, flight itinerary, bank statement, and yellow fever vaccination proof if applicable.
4. **Attend appointment and submit documents** — Appear in person at the embassy with your complete application and documents; biometrics (fingerprints and photo) may be taken.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the visa processing fee as specified by the embassy (amount not stated in source, typically in USD).
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies and is not specified; wait for embassy notification.
7. **Collect visa or receive by mail** — Once approved, collect your passport with visa at the embassy or have it returned by mail (if service available).
8. **Upon arrival: Register within 3 days** — Within 3 days of arrival, register with the South Sudanese immigration authorities to obtain registration proof.
9. **Obtain exit visa before departure** — Before leaving South Sudan, obtain an exit visa which is required for departure.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid US passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): To be obtained from embassy website or in person
- **Passport-size photos** (Identity): Two recent color photos, white background
- **Invitation letter** (Supporting, optional): From host in South Sudan, if applicable
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Showing confirmed onward travel
- **Proof of yellow fever vaccination** (Supporting): If arriving from a country with high yellow fever risk and staying more than 12 hours
- **Bank statement** (Financial): Recent 3 months showing sufficient funds
- **Employment letter** (Employment, optional): Proof of employment or leave approval
- **Copy of US permanent resident card (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): If not a US citizen, provide evidence of US status
- **Exit visa proof** (Travel): Required for departure from South Sudan; may be obtained after arrival
- **Registration proof within 3 days** (Supporting): Must register with immigration within 3 days of arrival

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement

Must show sufficient funds for the duration of stay

## Good to know

- The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit South Sudan due to security concerns.
- Exit visa required before departing the country.
- Registration with immigration within 3 days of arrival is mandatory.
- If arriving from a country with high yellow fever risk and stayed more than 12 hours, yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete application form** — Fill out the form completely and accurately.
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide a bank statement showing adequate funds.
- **Lack of proof of onward travel** — Provide confirmed round-trip flight itinerary.
- **Missing yellow fever vaccination proof** — If applicable, get vaccinated and carry the certificate.
- **Invalid passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Sudan?

Citizens of the United States need a visa for Sudan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa.

### What documents do citizens of the United States need for Sudan?

Valid US passport; Completed visa application form; Passport-size photos; Hotel reservation; Round-trip flight itinerary; Proof of yellow fever vaccination; and 6 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Sudan?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Sudan visa for every passport](/visa/sudan)
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