The process of getting a visa for Sudan doesn’t end when you get it, as, there are a couple of steps that need to be taken once you are in Sudan. If you follow all the necessary steps, getting a Sudanese visa isn’t complicated but, there is some bureaucracy that needs to be done.
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How to get your visa on arrival (VOA) for Sudan
For your information, there is the possibility of getting a VOA for Sudan but only if you fly into Khartoum, and you need to pre-arrange it in advance.
The VOA is not available at land borders.
How to pre-arrange your VOA for Sudan
Basically, you’ll need to get in touch with a local tour operator, with whom you’ll have to book a tour around Sudan.
Alternatively, independent travelers may also arrange it via Acropole Hotel. For that, they usually charge around $100, plus they require you to stay at least two nights with them. It’s an expensive hotel, nevertheless, with prices starting at $100.
How to get a visa for Sudan via the embassy
If you plan to overland into Sudan via either Egypt or Ethiopia, you will have to get your visa at the embassy.
For that, the following options apply.
Getting your Sudan tourist visa at the embassy in your home country
If your country or city has a Sudanese embassy, that’s great, as you can apply for it from there, but it’s sort of a hassle, especially because each embassy has its own rules and some of them require a letter of invitation.
How to get the Letter of Invitation for your Sudanese visa
You can get it through a local tour operator or independent travelers can also get it through Acropole Hotel.
The hotel typically charges $110 in exchange for staying 2 nights with them.
How long does it take to apply for your Sudan visa?
Officially, the whole visa process takes 3 weeks but there are travel reports suggesting that it can take up to 6 weeks, depending on the embassy, so it’s wise to apply in advance.
How much does the visa for Sudan cost via your embassy?
European-based embassies typically charge $80-$100.
Also, if you are not sure of your date of entry, it would probably be better to apply for it in Egypt or Ethiopia.
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