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How to get a Sudan visa from Burundi
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Burundian passport holders travelling to Sudan.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Sudan.
Business visa
Processing time4-6 weeks
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$151
Tourist visa
Processing time4-6 weeks
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$151
Application requirements
Documents Burundian applicants need to provide.
- A Burundian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (40 mm x 50 mm), against a white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- The Sudanese tourist visa is available to Burundians looking to travel to Sudan for tourism and visitation.
- It is important that you provide an invitation letter from your sponsor in Sudan during the application. Without this, your visa will likely not be approved.
- If you are not traveling to visit family and friends, the hotel you'll be staying in can act as your sponsor.
- If for some reason your hotel can't or won't do this, then local tour companies may accept to complete all the registration formalities for you for about 150 dollars.
- The Sudanese pound (SDG) is the official currency. Sudan operates on a cash-only economy; credit cards are not accepted, even at large hotels.
- Dollars and Euros are accepted in Sudan for exchange of the local currency.
- You are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- Travelers venturing outside of the greater Khartoum area must obtain a permit. This permit is obtainable from the Ministry of Tourism by your hotel or travel agent.
- A copy of the permit will be sent to the Aliens Department at the Ministry of Interior. A separate travel permit is required for travel to Darfur.
- Travelers are advised to travel to Sudan for now. But if you decide to go, take certain precautions.
- It is advisable for you to avoid all demonstrations and public gatherings while in Sudan. Even events intended to be peaceful can become violent.
- If you are traveling through Khartoum, Port Sudan, Gallabat or Wadi Halfa, you are required to register within three days of arrival.
- Do not take photographs of any areas which may be sensitive to the government, including police and military installations, camps for internally displaced persons, and border areas.
- Photography requires a permit from the External Information Centre in Khartoum (part of the Ministry of Information). Even with a permit, it is illegal to take pictures of military installations, public utilities, infrastructure (e.g., bridges, airports), slum areas, or beggars.
- Do not take photographs or use equipment with cameras (including cell phone cameras and laptops) close to government buildings. You could be fined, have your photographic equipment confiscated without notice, and risk detention and arrest. Do not take photos of a Sudanese without their permission.
- Personal status laws govern legal procedures pertaining to family relations, including marriage, divorce, child custody, maintenance (financial support), and inheritance. We strongly advise you seek local legal counsel if you must engage in local legal matters and make certain you are aware of your rights and responsibilities.
- Carry sufficient funds to cover all your expenses for the duration of your stay. Bills must be printed after 2006 and unblemished.
- Do not carry a large amount of cash because travelers carrying large amounts of currency have been detained.
Business visa
- Burundians intending to travel to Sudan for business purposes can apply for the Sudanese business visa.
- Businessmen and businesswomen are allowed to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners during business meetings.
- Foreigners in Sudan on this visa are allowed to attend trade fairs, business summits, and conferences.
- If the applicant is meeting more than one company, the names and addresses of the companies should be stated.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Burundi should be provided. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of Sudan and signed by a senior manager.
- The letter should introduce the applicant and state the nature of the business to be conducted.
- The letter should also show the following:
- Purpose of the trip
- Activities to be performed during the trip
- Source of financial responsibility or expenses to be covered by the applicant's company or host company and, finally,
- The Duration of stay.
Where to apply
Sudan embassy & visa application centers in Burundi.
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AddressSudan currently does not maintain an embassy in Burundi. Citizens of Burundi are advised to use embassies/consulates in their neighboring countries for their applications.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sudan safe to travel
Note that there have been several reported cases of crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict in Sudan. Visitors to this country are advised to remain very cautious throughout their stay.
Is Sudan a high-economy country
Sudan's economic freedom score is 47.7, making its economy the 166th freest in the 2019 Index. Based on the economy and standard of living, Sudan is ranked 41st among 47 countries in the Sub-Saharan Africa region, and its overall score is well below the regional and world averages.
What does Sudan produce
Besides petroleum, Sudan's other chief exports are livestock, cotton, gum arabic, sorghum, and sesame, while its chief imports consist of machinery and equipment, manufactured goods, motor vehicles, and wheat. China is Sudan's leading trading partner; others include Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
Is Sudan an Islamic country
Islam is the largest religion in Sudan, and Muslims have dominated national government institutions since independence in 1956.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Sudan visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.