Sudan visa options for Switzerland passport holders

Visa types & longer-stay routes for Sudan

Rules are written for ordinary foreign nationals (most non-exempt passports require a visa); near-universal entry blockers apply, namely a yellow-fever certificate and refusal of entry to anyone with an Israeli stamp/visa.

• Tourist

  Tourist / Short-Stay Visa

  Approx. 30 days, single-entry (some sources cite up to 60 days for the e-visa; verify)

  Insurance

  Requiredno source confirms a mandatory insurance rule, but comprehensive coverage with war/medical-evacuation is strongly advised given the conflict and limited healthcare.

  Good for

  Leisure visitors and most short-term private travellers (note: most governments currently advise against all travel due to the war)

  Requirement

  Valid passport (6+ months), yellow-fever vaccination certificate, hotel booking; apply via e-visa or a Sudanese embassy abroad. In practice issuance is reported as largely unavailable since the 2023 conflict.

• Business

  Business Visa

  Short-stay; tied to invitation (validity/stay not clearly published - verify)

  Insurance

  Requirednot stated as mandatory by the embassy; travel/medical insurance strongly advised.

  Good for

  People travelling for business, official or work-related purposes on behalf of an organisation

  Requirement

  Sponsorship/invitation letter from the host organisation stating purpose and duration, valid passport (6+ months), embassy application (approx. 10 working days; fee around USD 154).

• Work

  Temporary Work Visa

  Approx. 3-6 months (varies by contract)

  Insurance

  Requiredno mandatory insurance requirement found in sources; coverage advised.

  Good for

  Foreign workers on short-term projects or assignments

  Requirement

  Employer sponsorship and a fixed-term employment contract; a work permit is required to work more than ~30 days, plus police clearance and a medical exam (per HR/immigration guides).

• Work

  Employment Visa + Work Permit

  Approx. 1 year or more, renewable; tied to employer and role

  Insurance

  Recommendednot cited as a legal requirement; coverage advised.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals taking up longer-term employment with a Sudanese employer

  Requirement

  Employer-sponsored: signed contract meeting Sudanese labour rules, employer must be registered/licensed/tax-compliant; Ministry of Labour work-permit approval, then in-country residence registration (per HR/immigration guides - verify current processing).

• Residence

  Investor Visa

  Tied to the investment (duration not clearly published - verify)

  Insurance

  Requiredno mandatory insurance rule found.

  Good for

  Foreign investors establishing or investing in a business in Sudan

  Requirement

  Evidence of qualifying investment and sponsorship from the investing entity (per HR/immigration guides).

• Transit

  Transit Visa

  Short transit period (a few days; varies)

  Insurance

  Recommendednot stated as required.

  Good for

  Travellers passing through Sudan en route to another country

  Requirement

  Issued by Sudanese embassies; valid passport and onward travel evidence (single-entry transit reported via some embassies).

Sudan has been in armed conflict since April 2023; embassies and the e-visa system operate irregularly and most governments advise against all travel, so visa issuance is severely disrupted and figures below should be verified before relying on them. Last checked: 2026-06.

Last verified June 2026

Switzerland → Sudan: frequently asked

Do Switzerland passport holders need a visa to visit Sudan?

Visa required. Arrange a visa at a consulate or embassy before travelling. Always confirm with the official source before booking.

Can a Switzerland passport holder live or work long-term in Sudan?

Yes, via a long-stay visa. Sudan has 6 documented visa types covering work, study, residence and — where it exists — digital-nomad routes.

Do I need travel insurance for Sudan?

Entry to Sudan never includes health cover, so travel medical insurance is strongly recommended. Several Sudan visas also require proof of insurance before they're granted.