Sudan
A visa is required before travel; government services are severely affected by the ongoing conflict.
A visa is required before travel; government services are severely affected by the ongoing conflict.
Before you book
This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.
Passport valid for at least 6 months on entry and a Sudanese visa obtained before departure.
A visa is required before travel; government services are severely affected by the ongoing conflict.
Registration is required within 3 days of arrival and in every city of stay; follow the visa duration.
Vaccines and health
Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.
- Check yellow fever certificate rules based on origin, transit and areas visited.
- Assess malaria prevention, hepatitis A, typhoid, rabies and meningitis according to the trip.
- Seek advice several weeks before departure and use strict mosquito protection.
Driving locally
An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.
Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.
Service-Public · international permit ↗Documents to prepare
- Required identity document and a separate copy
- Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
- Return ticket and first accommodation address
- Medical insurance and assistance number
- Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
- French licence and any required supporting permit
What can change the answer
Frequently asked questions
Is a visa or authorisation required?
A visa is required before travel; government services are severely affected by the ongoing conflict.
Which vaccines should I consider?
A travel medicine consultation is important: yellow fever, malaria and recommended vaccines depend on the country, transit and itinerary.
Is a French driving licence sufficient?
Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.
When should this information be checked again?
Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.