Visa to travel to Sudan, issued by the embassy to applicants who have an entry authorisation arranged by a Sudanese sponsor. Valid 2 months from issue, allowing a 2-month stay.
Where to apply in Australia
Embassy of the Republic of the Sudan, Canberra (6 Pindari Crescent, O'Malley ACT); serves Sudanese citizens and others in Australia and New Zealand.
Consular hours Mon-Thu 10:00-14:00, Fri 10:00-12:00; consular appointments only on Tuesdays and Thursdays (trading-hours page). The site is largely in Arabic.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Sudan.
How to apply
In person by appointment (email or phone the consular section) or by post with a prepaid registered return envelope; keep the tracking number. Third parties cannot lodge on someone's behalf. Fee paid by bank transfer (details on the page) with the transfer notice emailed to the consular address, or by Australia Post money order payable to the embassy.
Documents you need
- Application form
- 2 photos
- Passport valid at least 6 months, signed by the applicant
- Entry document from Sudan's passports and immigration directorate obtained via a Sudanese sponsor
- Sponsor name and address, copy of sponsor's Sudanese ID and invitation letter
- Proof of Sudanese origin if holding a foreign passport and of Sudanese origin
- Tourist: certified letter from a Sudan travel agent with bookings and tickets
- Work: employer letter with purpose, stay and financial responsibility plus Interior Ministry approval
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: AUD 200
Processing time: Up to 10 working days if complete.
Good to know
Fee amounts as shown on the service page (no date shown; site footer 2024); all consular fees non-refundable. Incomplete applications are not considered.
Official sources
- sudanicanberra.com/entry-visa
- sudanicanberra.com
- sudanicanberra.com/consularsection
- sudanicanberra.com/trading-hours
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Sudan's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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