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Sudan Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Pakistani citizens need a sticker visa for Sudan, applied for at the Sudanese Embassy in Islamabad; fee around USD 100, processing 5-10 working days.

Guide last updated September 17, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry, with 2 blank pages
  • Completed Sudanese visa application form
  • Two passport-size photos, white background
  • Invitation letter from a sponsor or host in Sudan, or hotel booking confirmation
  • Bank statement showing sufficient funds for the trip
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Biometrics: not typically required at the embassy stage
  • Travel health insurance and yellow fever vaccination certificate recommended depending on prior travel history

Visa types

  • Tourist visa: single entry, valid up to 30 days, fee approximately USD 100
  • Business visa: single or multiple entry, valid up to 90 days, requires an invitation from a Sudanese company, fee approximately USD 150
  • Transit visa: for onward travel, valid up to 7 days, fee approximately USD 50

How to apply

  • Submit the application, passport, photos, and supporting documents directly at the Embassy of Sudan in Islamabad
  • Pay the visa fee in cash (USD or PKR equivalent) at the embassy counter
  • An interview may be requested for first-time applicants or business visas
  • Standard processing takes 5-10 working days, longer if security clearance from Khartoum is required
  • Passport with the visa sticker is collected in person from the embassy

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist visa fee: approximately USD 100 (around PKR 28,000)
  • Business visa fee: approximately USD 150
  • No VFS involvement; fees are paid directly to the embassy
  • Standard processing: 5-10 working days, up to 3-4 weeks if referred to Khartoum for clearance
  • No official expedited service for Pakistani applicants

Tips for Pakistan travelers

  • Apply at least 4-6 weeks before travel given the possibility of security clearance delays
  • Common rejection reasons: unclear invitation letter, insufficient funds, unstated purpose of visit
  • Check current Pakistan MOFA travel advisories closely, as Sudan has experienced significant conflict and instability in recent years
  • Register with the Pakistani Embassy in Khartoum upon arrival where possible
  • Extensions must be requested at the Sudanese immigration authority in Khartoum before the visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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