→ Sudan visa for South African citizens
As a Sudan passport holder, securing a visa is a prerequisite for your journey to South Africa, with several options available including tourist, business, and student visas, allowing for stays typically up to 90 days. While the specific application fee can vary, budgeting for it is essential before you depart. Given the considerable distance and likely layovers, booking flights at least 3 months in advance during South Africa's peak summer season (December-February) is advisable for better fares and availability, and remember to exchange your currency for South African Rand (ZAR) for everyday transactions.
Visa required· verified 2026-05-27
Entry requirements
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Blank pages
- 1+
- Funds proof
- Required
Visa options
TouristEntry Visa (Tourism or Business, 8 days to 3 months)
90d$170
OtherEntry Visa (Long Stay, 6 months)
180d$450
OtherEntry Visa (Long Stay, 1 year)
365d$820
TransitTransit Visa (1 to 7 days, including tourism)
7d$170
BusinessBusiness Visa (Embassy of Sudan – Ottawa)
$195
BusinessEntry Visa (Business or Official Purpose – Embassy of Sudan, Washington DC)
$154
WorkWork Visa (Embassy of Sudan, Washington DC)
HumanitarianHumanitarian Visa (Embassy of Sudan, Washington DC)
OtherEntry Visa for Sudanese holding foreign passports (UK)
$65