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Sudan information
ℹ️ General Information about Sudan
About Sudan
Sudan uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type D.
The languages that are typically spoken are Arabic and English
Sudan uses the Sudanese pound (symbol: ?.?.), code SDG.Banknotes come in denominations of 50, 20, 10, 5 and 2 pounds. Pound is subdivided into 100 piastres. Coins come in denominations of 1 pound and 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 piastres.
Automatic teller machines are rare in Sudan. Your best bet is to look for them in large cities and community places.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet speed in Sudan is on average 1.2 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Sudan is very low. It's quite hard to find one.
You can buy a SIM card for about 203.94 SDG, which includes 5 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: MTN, Sudani or Zain. Sudan uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Sudan upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
To call Sudan, dial +, then 249 (the country code for Sudan), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Sudan, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 12 .
In Sudan you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 120 km/h (74 mph) on motorways, 120 km/h (74 mph) on expressways, 60 km/h (37 mph) in all built-up areas and 70-90 km/h (43-55 mph) on undivided highways.
🕑 What time is it in Sudan?
12:00:20
🛂 Do I need visa for Sudan?
For American travelers it is necessary to apply for a visa at the consulate of Sudan, this process can take a long time so we recommend you to do it well in advance
🌤️ How is the weather in Sudan?
Temperatures in Sudan (centigrade)
Rainfalls in Sudan
📁 What regulations are in Sudan?
Health information
Import and export information
Import regulations
Other items:Commodities imported for personal use worth up to €10,000.
Other items:For a list of commodities permitted to be imported, please visit the Republic of Sudan Customs AuthorityControls the import of goods for personal use.
Potassium bromide.
Gambling instruments.
Used clothes.
Used tires.
Wines.
Forged currencies and paper used for forging.
Unregistered creams in the Ministry of Health.
Tapes containing shameful pictures or immoral printed matters.
Goods imported from Israel.
Drugs and medical apparatus and equipments, cosmetics, veterinary medicines and vaccines require a certificate from the National Council for Pharmaceutics and Poisons.
Books, printed matters, and newspapers require a licence from the National Council for Newspapers and Printed Matters.
Recorded tapes require a licence from the National Council for Literary and Artistic Works.
Insecticides require a licence from the National Council for Insecticides.
Seeds require the following: Certificate of Planting from the Ministry of Agriculture, Agricultural Quarantine Form (10), Plants Protection Form, International and local examination certificate, and an additional licence from the National Council for Potatoes for the importation of potato seeds.
Transplants require a licence from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Space receivers equipment requires a licence from the National Committee for Communication.
Fishing nets require a certificate from the Ministry of Animal Wealth (fishing grounds).
Coloured document copiers, coloured faxes and scanners require a licence from the public security administration.
Spices and peppers require a Plants Protection Form (3) and an Agricultural Quarantine Form (10).
Measurements and weights require permission from the Metrology and Standards Authority.
Weapons, ammunitions, explosives, and fireworks require a License of Weapons from the Ministry of Interior.
Radiant materials require a Licence to Enter from the Nuclear Power Corporation.
Antique pieces require a Licence from the National Corporation for Antiquities.
Large electric generators require a licence from the Ministry of Energy and Electricity.
Used spare parts, instruments, tools, and machines require a stamp of final invoices in the Ministry of Foreign Trade.
Food stuffs require a Health Certificate from the Ministry of Health - Administration of Environment and Food Protection, and a Certificate of Standardization Corporation.
The Holy Quran requires permission from the High Council for the Holy Quran - Ministry of Endowments and Religion Affairs.
Engine oils and gas cylinders require the agreement of the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum General Corporation).
Live animals require a Health Certificate from the Ministry of Animal Wealth.
Narcotics are prohibited except those licensed for medical research.
Health regulations
Zika is a risk in Sudan. Because of the risk of birth defects in babies born to women who were infected with Zika while pregnant, women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should discuss their travel plans with their doctor. For further information on this recommendation, please visit the CDCZika Risk in Countries with Endemic Zika.
Dengue, chikungunya, African tick-bite fever, and African sleeping sickness (African Trypanosomiasis) are diseases carried by insects that are found in Sudan.For information on disease prevention, please visit the CDC Insect Protection Advice.
H5N1 Avian Influenza has been reported in Sudan. For further information, please visit theCDC Avian Flu Advice.
Many countries in Africa have high incidence rates of tuberculosis (TB). For further information, please visit the CDC Tuberculosis Advice.