Basic Travel Requirements for Gambians visiting
Sudan
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Sudanese Visa.
- A Gambian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (40 mm x 50 mm), against a white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Sudan Visa for Gambians
Facts about Sudan
Sudan is a fantastic surprise for tourists with the abundance of exciting stuff to do in the country plus Sudanese are among the friendliest and most hospitable people on earth. Things to do in the country include visiting the Meroe pyramids, tagging along with the Sufi ritual of drumming and trance dancing, walking around the Tuti Island shady lines and irrigated fields and enjoying diving at the Red Sea Resort near the Port of Sudan.
Sudan welcomes more than 700,000 tourists each year. This number has been projected to increase in the years to come.
Crimes including fraud, bouncing cheques and the non-payment of bills can result in lengthy prison sentences and hefty fines. Bail is generally not granted for those who are arrested for financial crimes.
Types of Sudan Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 4-6 weeks | 90 days |
| Business visa | 4-6 weeks | 90 days |
General Requirements for Sudan Visa
- A Gambian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (40 mm x 50 mm), against a white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Sudan Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Gambians intending to travel to Sudan for tourism and visitation purposes can apply for the Sudanese tourist visa.
- The Sudanese tourist visa is valid for 90 days.
- Travelers are required to register within three days of arriving in Sudan through Khartoum, Port Sudan, Gallabat or Wadi Halfa.
- An invitation letter from your sponsor is required. If you are not traveling to visit family and friends, the hotel you’ll be staying in can act as your sponsor.
- If for some reason your hotel can’t or won’t do this, then local tour companies may accept to complete all the registration formalities for you for about S£150.
- Proof of yellow fever vaccination must be provided.
- A permit, obtainable from the Ministry of Tourism by your hotel or travel agent, is required for travel outside of the greater Khartoum area.
- A copy of the permit will be sent to the Aliens Department at the Ministry of Interior. A separate travel permit is required for travel to Darfur.
- While in Sudan, avoid all demonstrations and public gatherings. Even events intended to be peaceful can become violent.
- Do not take photographs of any areas which may be sensitive to the government, including police and military installations, camps for internally displaced persons, and border areas.
- Photography requires a permit from the External Information Centre in Khartoum (part of the Ministry of Information). Even with a permit, it is illegal to take pictures of military installations, public utilities, infrastructure (e.g., bridges, airports), slum areas, or beggars.
- Do not take photographs or use equipment with cameras (including cell phone cameras and laptops) close to government buildings. You could be fined, have your photographic equipment confiscated without notice, and risk detention and arrest. Do not take photos of a Sudanese without their permission.
- Personal status laws govern legal procedures pertaining to family relations, including marriage, divorce, child custody, maintenance (financial support), and inheritance. We strongly advise you seek local legal counsel if you must engage in local legal matters and make certain you are aware of your rights and responsibilities.
- The Sudanese pound (SDG) is the official currency. Sudan operates on a cash-only economy; credit cards are not accepted, even at large hotels.
- Carry sufficient funds to cover all your expenses for the duration of your stay. Bills must be printed after 2006 and unblemished. Do not carry a large amount of cash because travelers carrying large amounts of currency have been detained.
Sudan Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Gambians intending to travel to Sudan for business purposes can apply for the Sudanese business visa.
- Businessmen and businesswomen are allowed to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners during business meetings.
- An original visa with at least six months’ validity must be provided by the applicant.
- Foreigners in Sudan on this visa are not prohibited from attending trade fairs, business summits, and conferences.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in the Gambia should be provided. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of Sudan and signed by a senior manager.
- The letter should introduce the applicant and state the nature of the business to be conducted.
- If the applicant is meeting more than one company, the names and addresses of the companies should be stated.
- The letter should also show the following:
- Purpose of the trip.
- Activities to be performed during the trip.
- Source of financial responsibility or expenses to be covered by the applicant’s company or host company.
- Duration of stay.
Sudan Visa Fees
Tourist visa
151.00 (USD)
Business visa
151.00 (USD)
Sudan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Gambia
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Sudan currently does not maintain an embassy in Gambia. Citizens of Gambia are advised to use embassies/consulates in their neighboring countries for their applications.
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