Sudan Travel Risk Level

Do not travel to Sudan due to risk of unrest , crime , kidnapping , terrorism , landmines , and health threats . The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum suspended its operations in April 2023 due to the outbreak of armed conflict in Sudan. The U.S. government cannot provide routine or emergency consular services to Americans in Sudan due to the current security situation. Do not travel to Sudan for any reason. To report an emergency regarding an American in Sudan, contact: U.S. Embassy Cairo: +20-2-2797-3300 From the United States and Canada: Dial +1-888-407-4747 for the U.S. Department of State. From elsewhere in the world: Dial +1-202-501-4444 for the U.S. Department of State. Unrest - Armed Conflict Armed conflict continues in Sudan. This includes heavy fighting among the Sudanese Armed Forces, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, and various armed militias. The situation is violent, volatile, and extremely unpredictable. This is especially true in the Kordofan and Darfur regions, as well as in the capital region, including Khartoum and Omdurman. Khartoum International Airport is currently only operating for limited commercial traffic. Commercial service to the Port Sudan International Airport has been limited at times due to drone strikes. Electrical and communication disruptions can occur at any time. This includes internet and cell phone service interruptions. Crime Crime, including kidnapping, assault, rape, armed robbery, home invasion, looting, and carjacking, is a common threat throughout the country. Checkpoints can appear at any time. Some may be real security checkpoints, but others may be set up so people can steal from travelers. Some checkpoints may be especially dangerous for certain groups of people. Terrorism Members of known terrorist groups and people sympathetic to these groups can attack with little or no warning. They may target foreign and local government facilities, as well as tourist areas. Landmines Landmines are a threat. Much of Sudan is an act

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan because of the ongoing military conflict in Khartoum and other parts of the country. This does not include the Hala’ib Triangle and the Bir Tawil Trapezoid where FCDO advises against all but essential travel. There have been several ceasefires, but these have been regularly broken. Monitor travel advice and other media reports for the latest information. Find out more about safety and security in Sudan. Get help in Sudan The British Embassy in Khartoum is closed due to the conflict. There are no British consular staff in Sudan. Our ability to provide consular support is severely limited and we cannot provide in-person support inside Sudan. If you’re a British national in Sudan, you can call our 24/7 telephone helpline: +44 1908 516 666. Select option 2 for consular services for British nationals. Leaving Sudan The UK government is no longer evacuating people from Sudan. FCDO cannot offer advice on the safety of travelling to any potential departure point. Consider carefully whether you want to take any of the available options. Use your own judgement to move towards a departure point if and when you judge it is safe to do so. The UK government’s ability to facilitate onward travel from countries in the region is limited and you’ll be expected to cover the cost of visas, accommodation, insurance and onward travel yourself. Any travel options you pursue are taken at your own risk. FCDO cannot help non-British dependants of British nationals. Travel insurance If you choose to travel against FCDO advice, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice FCDO provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Fi