You need a visa for Sudan if you have a North Korean passport

These visas exist for Sudan, but they cannot be applied for online with North Korean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do North Korean citizens need a visa for Sudan?

Yes. North Korean citizens need a visa for Sudan. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Sudan may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Two passport photos 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
Round-trip flight reservation
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
Travel insurance covering Sudan

Entry requirements for North Korean travellers

These rules apply specifically to North Korean passport holders entering Sudan as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Sudan
Travelers should consider: -Yellow Fever vaccination, if traveling to areas south of the Sahara Desert; -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Meningococcal vaccine for areas that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Sudan Last checked 2026-06-01