Embassy of the United States Khartoum, Sudan

Follow these steps to apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV):

Step 1: Determine if you need a visa

Anyone not eligible to enter the United States under the Visa Waiver Program is required to obtain a visa.  Sudan is not a Visa Waiver Program country.  Click here for more information.

Step 2: Check your passport

You must have a current passport that will remain valid for six months after your planned date of departure from the U.S.  Your passport must include English translations of all names that appear in your native language.

Note: The U.S. Embassy cannot accept the Sudanese electronic passports which DO NOT include translations of all names appearing in Arabic.  The old passport is acceptable as long as the names match in both Arabic and English.  

Step 3:  Have your photo taken

Everyone is required to submit a photo that meets our photo requirements.  The key requirement is that the photograph clearly identifies the applicant.  The photo must be 5x 5 cm with a plain white background.  Click here for detailed information on our photo requirements.

Step 4:  Complete the CEAC online visa application form

Every NIV applicant, including children, must complete the CEAC online application form.  For families applying together, each family member must complete a separate application form, but can schedule one appointment for the interview.  Depending on your visa category, other documentation may be required.  You must print the confirmation page from the DS-160 and bring it to your appointment.  Click here for more information.

Step 5:  Make an appointment

All appointments for visa interviews must be scheduled online.  Please follow these instructions to make an appointment.  There is no walk-in visa service.  You will not be allowed into the Embassy without an appointment or the DS-160 confirmation page with readable barcode.  For families applying together, each person should complete the application form, but can schedule one interview for the family.  

Note: Certain applicants may qualify for an expedited appointment.  If you are a student, returning worker with an H visa, or need emergency medical treatment, send us an email at KhartoumNIV@state.gov to request an expedited appointment.

Step 6:  Gather supporting documentation

Depending on the type of visa you are applying for, certain supporting documentation is required.  Click here for more information.

Step 7:  Arrive for your visa interview

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time.  Be sure to bring your printed DS-160 confirmation page with readable barcode, or you will not be admitted to the embassy.  Here is what you can expect when you arrive at the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum for your NIV interview.

Visa interviews are conducted in Arabic or English ONLY. No outside translators are allowed.

Step 8:  Pay application fee

All applicants, with the exception of officials and diplomats going on official business, must pay the non-refundable application fee prior to being interviewed for a visa. Application fees can be paid in Sudanese Pounds OR in U.S. Dollars.  Click here for more information.

Step 9:  Receive your passport and visa

If your application for a visa is approved, we will inform you when your passport and visa will be ready for pickup.  Click here for more information.