United Arab Emirates passport → Sudan
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Sudan?
Visa-free entry
Emirati passport holders can visit Sudan without a visa.
What this means for your trip
- Carry a passport valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates; this is the most common rule.
- Immigration may ask for a return or onward ticket, hotel bookings and proof of funds.
- Visa-free entry is for tourism and short visits. Work and long stays need a proper visa.
Sudan at a glance
- Capital
- Khartoum
- Currency
- Sudanese pound (SDG)
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Calling code
- +249
- Region
- Northern Africa
Sudan for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa required
United KingdomVisa required- United Arab EmiratesVisa-free
ChinaVisa on arrival60 days
SingaporeVisa required
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshNo admission
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Northern Africa for Emirati passport holders
Common questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Sudan?
Emirati passport holders can visit Sudan without a visa.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Sudan?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Emirati citizens get a visa on arrival in Sudan?
You do not need one: entry is visa-free.
How many countries can Emirati citizens visit without a visa?
172 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The United Arab Emirates passport ranks #1 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Emirati citizens (edited 10 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Sudan before you travel.