Situation in Sudan: Information for U.S. Citizens in Sudan

Situation in Sudan
May 4, 2023

Information for U.S. Citizens in Sudan

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U.S. Citizens in Sudan:  On April 22, 2023, the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum suspended its operations (to include visa, passport, and other routine consular services) until further notice. Consular services are available in neighboring countries for those who choose to depart. The U.S. government will continue to provide information for U.S. citizens in Sudan, including exit options.  

To receive updates and further information, U.S. citizens in Sudan should submit the following crisis intake form. Family members can also submit information on behalf of a U.S. citizen family member. Information can also be accessed by calling 1-888-407-4747 (in the United States) or +1 202-501-4444 (from overseas).

Port Sudan:  The U.S. government has completed all currently planned convoys to Port Sudan. U.S. citizens should not go to the Hotel Coral in Port Sudan or go to Fenti Golf in Khartoum. The U.S. government is no longer present to assist U.S. citizens in these locations. For individuals who travel to Port Sudan independently, there may be seats available to onward locations.  Information on other options to leave Sudan can be found via the information provided below. Consular officers stand ready to assist U.S. citizens on arrival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Port Suakin:  Tickets are available for purchase for passage on the commercial ferry Aziz Express. They can be purchased in-person from the office of the Qartage ticketing agent offices in:  Suakin, Sudan; Port Sudan, Sudan; or Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Passengers should go to the relevant port and look for the Qartage office. The ticket agent office can be reached at +249 91-254-8526. Tickets must be purchased in cash. 

Wadi Seidna:  At this time, we are not aware of any additional evacuation flights from Wadi Seidna Airfield. The Department of State recommends U.S. citizens avoid the Wadi Seidna Airfield due to the threat of increased violence at and near the airfield.   

Land Border Crossing:  We understand that border crossings into neighboring countries may be possible. If you are able to travel to a border crossing and believe it is safe to do so, please be aware that wait times and conditions at crossing points vary widely and could change quickly. Immigration information and contact details for U.S. embassies are below.

Central African Republic No visa is required for U.S. citizens. Review the Central African Republic Traveler Information page. U.S. Embassy Bangui does not provide consular services at this time. Please contact U.S. Embassy in Yaounde with questions concerning entry requirements at +(237) 22220-1500 ext. 4341/4023 or email YaoundeACS@state.gov.

Chad:  A visa is required for U.S. citizens in advance of arrival. Review the Chad Traveler Information page. Contact the U.S. Embassy in N’Djamena, Chad at +235 22 51 50 17 or email NdjamenaACS@state.gov with questions concerning entry requirements.

Egypt:  U.S. citizens are eligible for visa on arrival at the port of entry. This costs $25. For most U.S. citizens, there is no visa requirement ahead of arriving at the land border. Please bring a valid U.S. passport and payment for the visa. Contact the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, Egypt at +20-2797-3300 or email ConsularCairoACS@state.gov with questions concerning entry requirements. If traveling to Egypt, apply online ahead of time for an Egypt e-visa.

Eritrea:  A visa is required for U.S. citizens in advance of arrival. Review the Eritrea Traveler Information page. Contact the U.S. Embassy in Asmara, Eritrea at +(291) 1-120-004 or email ConsularAsmara@state.gov with questions concerning entry requirements.

Ethiopia:  A visa is required for U.S. citizens (www.evisa.gov.et). Review the Ethiopia Traveler Information page. Contact the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia at +251-11-130-6000, or email AddisACS@state.gov with questions concerning entry requirements.

South Sudan:  A visa is required for U.S. citizens in advance of arrival. Review the South Sudan Traveler Information page. Contact the U.S. Embassy in Juba, South Sudan at +(211) 912-105-188 or email ACSJuba@state.gov with questions concerning entry requirements.

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