Sudan Travel Advisory: U.S. Embassy Suspended, Armed Conflict Poses Severe Risks
Khartoum, Sudan – Teh U.S. Embassy in khartoum has been closed since April 2023 due to ongoing armed conflict throughout Sudan, severely limiting the U.S. government’s ability to provide consular services to American citizens in the country. The security situation remains volatile and unpredictable,especially in the Kordofan and Darfur regions,and around the capital,including Khartoum and Omdurman.
Fighting involves the Sudanese Armed Forces, the paramilitary Rapid support Forces, and various armed militias. Khartoum International Airport is currently closed to commercial traffic,while Port Sudan International Airport experiences intermittent disruptions due to drone strikes. Travelers should anticipate frequent disruptions to electrical and communication networks, including internet and cell phone service.
The U.S. State Department warns of widespread criminal activity, including kidnapping, assault, armed robbery, home invasion, looting, and carjacking. Checkpoints are common, and pose varying levels of risk, from legitimate security measures to potential looting operations. The presence of known terrorist groups and individuals sympathetic to their cause presents a continued threat to both foreign and local targets.
Significant dangers also exist from landmines and unexploded ordnance, with reports indicating their presence even in areas where fighting has subsided.
Medical facilities in Sudan are severely strained, and adequate treatment for routine or emergency medical needs is often unavailable. Travelers are strongly advised to obtain medical or travel insurance that includes medical evacuation coverage.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides updated travel health facts for Sudan.
U.S. citizens requiring emergency assistance regarding a U.S. citizen in Sudan should contact U.S. Embassy Cairo at +20-2-2797-3300. alternatively, contact the Department of State at +1-888-407-4747 (from the U.S. and Canada) or +1-202-501-4444 (from elsewhere).
