Location: Khartoum, Sudan Event: Gunfire reported in couple of locations in Khartoum Gunfire has been heard in a couple of locations in Khartoum and Embassy staff have been advised to shelter in place until a determination can be made. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to …
Read More» January 8, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: · Keep a low profile. · Be aware of your surroundings. · Review …
Read More» Reconsider travel to Sudan due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Country Summary: Crime, such as kidnapping, armed robbery, home invasion, and carjacking can occur. This type of crime is more frequent outside of Khartoum. Members of known terrorist groups continue to be in Sudan and could pose a threat. Terrorist groups in Sudan …
Read More» Limited Visa Services The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy Khartoum will be offering only limited services until further notice. Although non-immigrant visa appointments have been suspended, we are offering expedited appointments for certain cases such as students, H1B’s, and medical emergencies. Please send an email to khartoumniv@state.gov to request an expedited appointment. Please put “Expedited …
Read More» Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities across Sudan. Event: Violence and civil unrest continue in Khartoum and across Sudan. Communications systems, such as cellular data and internet, are not functional. Cellular voice and SMS are functional. The airport in Khartoum is open; however, some flights have …
Read More» Security Alert–U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan (June 5, 2019) Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities across Sudan. Event: Violence and civil unrest continue in Khartoum and across Sudan. Communications systems, such as cellular data and internet, are not functional. Cellular voice and SMS are functional. The airport in Khartoum …
Read More» Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Road blockages and violence in and around Khartoum. American personnel at the U.S. Embassy have been advised to shelter in place at home for the time being. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the …
Read More» Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum and the surrounding area; Khartoum 2; the bridges in the Khartoum metropolitan area; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: The large demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters continues. The number of protesters has increased over the past two weeks …
Read More» Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum and the surrounding area; Khartoum 2; the bridges in the Khartoum metropolitan area; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: The large demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters continues. The number of protesters has increased over the past two weeks …
Read More» Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; Khartoum 2; the bridges in the Khartoum metropolitan area; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Opposition groups have called for increased participation in the on-going demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters. In addition to increased participation at SAF Headquarters, …
Read More» Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Continued civil unrest. There are on-going demonstrations at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters and throughout the city. Yesterday at 1:45 pm, General Awad Ibn Auf announced the takeover of the Government by a military …
Read More» Do not travel to Sudan due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. On April 11, 2019, the Department ordered the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees. Violent crime, such as kidnapping, armed robbery, home invasion, and carjacking, is common. Terrorist groups continue to pose a threat in Sudan. Terrorist groups in …
Read More» Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Continued civil unrest. There are on-going demonstrations at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters and throughout the city. At 1:45 pm, General Awad Ibn Auf announced the takeover of the Government by a military …
Read More» Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Continued civil unrest. There are on-going demonstrations at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters and throughout the city. The Embassy is aware of reports of a military takeover of the Government. However, as of …
Read More» Location: Sudanese Armed Forces Headquarters in Khartoum; metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: There is an on-going demonstration at Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters. In the early hours of April 8, clashes occurred between security forces. Such violence could occur again in this area. Security presence …
Read More» Location: Metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, April 4 – 6 to mark the anniversary of former President Gaafar Nimeiry’s removal from power in 1985. Based on historic activity, protests and a large security presence …
Read More» Location: Khartoum Event: Due to the ongoing protests across Khartoum, the Embassy has advised its personnel to limit movements from February 28 until 6:00 A.M. March 1. Actions to Take: Avoid non-essential night time travel. Exercise caution if in the vicinity of a demonstration. Monitor local media for updates. Keep a low profile. Assistance: U.S. Embassy …
Read More» Location: Sudan, country-wide Event: The Government of Sudan has announced a national State of Emergency. Sudanese authorities will likely establish night-time checkpoints throughout Sudan. The location and duration of checkpoints is unknown. In addition, demonstrations are expected to continue. The Embassy has advised its personnel to limit movements between 1800h on February 25, until 0600h on …
Read More» Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: TODAY, January 27, 2019, the Sudanese Professionals Association is calling for sit-ins at multiple locations in Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North, beginning at 3:00 p.m. TUESDAY, January …
Read More» Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: Tuesday, January 15, possibly starting at 12:00 p.m. in the El Baladiya Ave, El Mek Nimir, and Al Souk al Arabi vicinities. Very significant police and security …
Read More» Latest MASCOT Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan January 3, 2019 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations have been called for the following times: Friday, January 4, 2019: Demonstrations are expected in the afternoon in Khartoum and other cities. Sunday, January 6, …
Read More» December 27, 2018 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations are expected on Friday, December 28, 2018, after Friday prayers. American personnel at the U.S. Embassy are required to limit their movements from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Friday, December 28. …
Read More» December 24, 2018 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: A demonstration is expected on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2018, at 1 p.m. in Abu Jinzeer Square in Khartoum. Demonstrations are also expected in Khartoum and in other cities and locations across Sudan …
Read More» December 21, 2018 Location: Each city in metropolitan Khartoum (Khartoum, Omdurman, and Khartoum North) and in other cities and locations across Sudan. Event: Demonstrations are expected Friday, December 21, 2018, in Khartoum and in other cities and locations across Sudan to protest against the government’s austerity measures. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the …
Read More» Location: Khartoum’s northeastern area of al Souq and al Arabi, near the vicinity of al Shuhada Park, in close proximity to popular restaurants including Assaha and Ozone. Event: Peaceful demonstration planned for tomorrow, August 1, 2018 at 9:00 A.M., calling for a change in the parliament and the presidency. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the …
Read More» Reconsider travel to Sudan due to terrorism and civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Please read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: The Darfur region, Blue Nile state, and South Kordofan state due to crime and armed conflict. Terrorist groups continue plotting attacks in Sudan, especially in Khartoum. Terrorists may attack …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan May 14, 2018 Location: Sudan, countrywide Event: Potential for demonstrations in Khartoum and across Sudan Ongoing events in Israel and Gaza may lead to protests, some of which may have the potential to become violent. Extremists may use recent events to target U.S. citizens, employing a variety of tactics. They may …
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