Event and Location: Demonstrations are expected to occur this afternoon, Tuesday, November 8, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the areas leading to the Presidential Palace.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place, …

Location: Sudan, countrywide Event:  Periodically, terrorist actors or organizations publicly call for acts of violence against U.S. or western targets in Sudan.  Although there are questions about the capability of the group that purportedly issued a recent threat to conduct attacks, threats of terrorism are always to be taken seriously and U.S. citizens in Sudan …

Event and Location: Demonstrations are expected to occur this afternoon, Thursday, November 3, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the areas leading to the Presidential Palace.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place, …

Event and Location: Demonstrations are expected to occur tomorrow afternoon, Sunday, October 30, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the areas leading to the Presidential Palace.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place, …

Event and Location: Demonstrations are expected to occur this afternoon, Thursday, October 27, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the areas leading to the Presidential Palace.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place, …

Event and Location: Demonstrations are expected to occur this afternoon, Monday, October 24, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the areas of Siteen St. and the El-Sahafa neighborhood.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to …

Event: Demonstrations  Times and Dates: October 21 in the afternoon October 25 in the afternoon  Location: Widespread across Sudan Areas of concern in Khartoum: -The Presidential Palace -Africa Road -Jackson Square Demonstrations are scheduled for October 21, and significant protest activity is expected to occur on the October 25 anniversary of the military takeover in …

Event and Location: Demonstrations are expected to occur this afternoon, Tuesday, October 18, starting near the Former Regime Dismantling Committee building and destined for the General Prosecutor’s Office in Khartoum.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to …

Event and Location: Demonstrations are expected to occur this afternoon, Thursday, October 13, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the areas leading to the Presidential Palace, Al-Arbaeen St. in Omdurman, and Al-Maarad St. in Bahri.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to occur this afternoon beginning at approximately 4 p.m., Monday, September 19, in the vicinity of Siteen and Juba Streets in Khartoum.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to occur tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, September 17, in Bahri, Khartoum.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place, in addition to larger organized protests.  Security forces may …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to occur this afternoon, Tuesday, September 13, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the areas leading to the Presidential Palace.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are taking place this afternoon, Wednesday, August 31, and expected to occur tomorrow, September 1, in the greater Khartoum area.  Today’s protests are expected to take place in the vicinity of Africa St. as well as the Al-Sahafa neighborhood, the Al-Balabil and Obeid Khatim Streets, and Mahatat 7.  …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are taking place this afternoon, Thursday, August 25, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the vicinity of Africa St.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place, …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to occur this afternoon, Thursday, August 18, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the vicinity of Africa St.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to begin this early afternoon, Thursday, August 11, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the vicinity of Africa and Obeid Khatim Streets. Security forces have closed the Blue Nile and MacNimir Bridges, with other closures possible. The civil disobedience may include centralized or decentralized …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, August 10th, in Omdurman in the vicinity of the Al-Azhari roundabout.  There may also be additional unannounced centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are occurring now, Sunday, August 7, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the vicinity of Siteen St. and Abdulla Eltayeb St..  Demonstrators are also expected to congregate in the El-Four Market and the Al-Moassasa Station in Bahri, and the Nobatya Hospital in Kalakla.  The civil disobedience …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to begin this early afternoon, Sunday, July 31, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the vicinity of the Presidential Palace with initial gathering points at Bashdar Bus Station, Jackson Bus Station, and the Tires Market.  Security forces have closed the Minishya, and MacNimir Bridges, …

Events and Locations: Red Sea State:  Demonstrations are expected to take place this afternoon, Monday, July 26, in Port Sudan and in other eastern cities. Khartoum State:  Demonstrations are occurring now, Monday, July 26, in and around the Bashdar Bus Station in Khartoum with a reported destination of the Presidential Palace. There may be other …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to begin tomorrow, Sunday, July 17, in the greater Khartoum area, and specifically in the vicinity of the Presidential Palace.  Security forces are expected to close some bridges tonight or in the early morning.  The civil disobedience may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, July 7th, in the Buri neighborhood in Khartoum in the vicinity of the Royal Care Hospital.  There may also be additional unannounced centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, July 4th, in the Buri neighborhood in Khartoum. There may also be additional unannounced centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to begin this afternoon at 15:00, July 1st, in the greater Khartoum area.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges and communications networks may be disabled.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to begin tonight, June 29th, and expand and continue through June 30th in the greater Khartoum area and throughout Sudan.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces are expected to close bridges and communications networks may be …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, Thursday, June 23rd, throughout greater Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, June 20th, in the Al-Kalakla neighborhood in Omdurman and the Al-Maarad neighborhood in Burri, both in the Khartoum State. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, June 16th throughout greater Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, June 13th throughout greater Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, June 9th throughout greater Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take …

June 6, 2022 Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, June 6th throughout greater Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may …

Event and Location: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, June 2nd as well as all day tomorrow, June 3rd throughout greater Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, May 26th, in Khartoum and possibly other states.  Protest activity is expected to center around areas near the Presidential Palace.  Initial protest gathering points may include Bashdar Station, Sharwani Station, El-Qasr Street, El-Qurashi Park, and the Al-Moassasa Station, the Khartoum Two Market, and …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, May 23rd, in Khartoum and possibly other states.  Areas of potential protest activity include Al-Fardous St., El-Siteen St., and Obeid Khatim St., in Khartoum; Al-Arbaeen St. in Omdurman; the Bahri neighborhood of Khartoum North; and the areas around the Shambat and Kobar Bridges.  …

Event: Protests are ongoing in the cities of Omdurman and Khartoum North this evening, May 21, 2022.  Confrontations between demonstrators and security forces may continue into the night, particularly in the Omdurman area.  There may be other centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, business closures, and bridges may be closed in these and …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, May 19th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Protestors are expected to attempt to reach the vicinity of the Presidential Palace. There may be other centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, business closures, and bridges may be closed. Unannounced protests …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are currently taking place in Khartoum and are expected to continue throughout the evening of May 5.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place in Khartoum and other states on April 30.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.    Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place over the next 36 hours in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Demonstrations may begin as early as tonight, April 10th, after dark, continuing through the morning of Monday, April 11th.  One identified location is the Green Yard by Africa St. in Khartoum.  Protests may …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience may take place tonight, April 9th, in Khartoum.  Exact times and locations are unknown.  Another gathering is expected to take place in the early morning of April 10th in the vicinity of the Green Yard near Africa St. in Khartoum Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low …

Event: Widespread acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place in Khartoum and other states on Wednesday, April 6, with the possibility for some security preparations and protests to begin as early as the night before on April 5.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security …

Tax Season is here. Remember to file your income taxes! U.S. Embassy Khartoum would like to remind U.S. citizens that they are required to file their federal income taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by April 18, 2022.  If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien living or traveling outside the United States, you …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place in Khartoum and other states over the coming days.  Beyond what is specified below, this may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, March 31st, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Protestors are expected to attempt to reach the vicinity of the Presidential Palace.  The Mak Nimir bridge has been closed.  There may be other centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, March 28th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, in addition to …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place in Khartoum and potentially in other states over the coming days.  Beyond what is specified below, this may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place Saturday, March 26th, throughout the day in the vicinity of the Royal Care Hospital in Khartoum.  Other protests may also take place in other areas of Khartoum and in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  …

If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until June 30, 2022.    You qualify to travel on your expired passport if all the following are true: You are a U.S. citizen. You are currently abroad seeking …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, March 24th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, in addition to …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place in Khartoum and potentially in other states over the coming days.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, March 20th, in the early afternoon in the Khartoum neighborhood of Buri.  Other protests may also take place in other areas of Khartoum and in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, March 17th, in the early afternoon in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon, March 15th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  El Mek Nimr Bridge is reportedly closed and security forces may close other bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this afternoon in the vicinity of the Al-Moassasa bus station in the neighborhood of Bahri in Khartoum North and the Al-Abassya Al-Rabea stadium in Omdurman.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced …

Event: There is a demonstration taking place in the vicinity of the Siteen Street and Mecca Street intersection in east Khartoum.  Siteen Street is barricaded and impassable in places.  Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place tomorrow, March 10th, in the early afternoon in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take …

Event: A demonstration in objection to increased fuel prices is in process in the area of the Central Market Tunnel in Khartoum. The Embassy is aware of reports of violence and targeted property damage. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, March 7th, and tomorrow, March 8th, in the early afternoon in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience …

Event: As of 2:45 p.m., there is a demonstration taking place in the vicinity of Royal Care Hospital in the Buri neighborhood of Khartoum. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. Monitor local media …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place tomorrow, March 3rd, in the early afternoon in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place tomorrow, February 28th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming …

Event: A demonstration is expected to take place today, February 26th, at approximately 12 p.m. in the area of Juba and Siteen Streets in Khartoum. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. Monitor local …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, February 24th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, February 21st, in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place today, February 20th, in various locations across Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Protests are expected to start at approximately 1 p.m., with crowds gathering as early as 11 a.m.  Demonstrations may be centralized or decentralized, may involve road blockages by protesters, business closures, and security forces may …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place tomorrow, February 17th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place tomorrow, February 14th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming …

Event: Seeking U.S. Citizen Liaison Volunteers for the American Liaison Network in all areas of Sudan except Khartoum state. Are you a U.S. citizen and long-term resident in Sudan who would be interested in assisting the Embassy to better understand and serve the U.S. citizen community in your area? The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum is …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, February 10th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, February 7th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming …

Event: A demonstration is expected to take place this afternoon, February 6th, in the area around the Royal Care Hospital in Burri, Khartoum.  Demonstrations may be held in other locations in Khartoum and other states. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place today, February 5, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place tomorrow, January 30th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and other acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, in addition to larger …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, January 27th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures.  Security forces may close bridges.  Unannounced protests and acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, in addition to larger organized …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, January 25th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place this evening, January 23rd, and tomorrow, January 24th, in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place today, January 21, in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, in addition …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place January 20 in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, in addition to …

Event: Acts of civil disobedience are expected to take place January 19 in Khartoum and potentially in other states. This may include centralized or decentralized demonstrations, road blockages by protesters, and business closures. Security forces may close bridges. Unannounced protests and acts of civil disobedience may continue to take place in the coming weeks, in addition to …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place today, January 18, in Khartoum and potentially in other states. Exact locations and times are unknown. Embassy personnel have been instructed to work from home where feasible. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the …

(16 January, 2022)  Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state.  Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register.  Go to  FVAP.gov  to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, request …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on January 17 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. Monitor local …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on January 12 and 13 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on January 9 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. Monitor …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on January 6 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on January 4 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. Monitor local …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on December 30 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Embassy personnel have been instructed to work from home where feasible. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity …

Message to U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan (December 29, 2021) Location:  Sudan Subject:  Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on December 25 in Khartoum and potentially in other states. Exact locations and times are unknown. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans. …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on December 19 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown. Embassy personnel have been encouraged to work from home and, if travel is necessary, instructed to be off the roads by 1 p.m. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. …

Sudan Travel Advisory    The Department of State renewed its Level 4 Travel Advisory for Sudan on December 13, 2021. Do not travel to Sudan due to civil unrest. Reconsider travel due to crime, terrorism, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Sudan is experiencing sporadic civil unrest and protests across the country. Communication disruptions, including internet and cell phone service, can occur during …

End of Authorized Departure at U.S. Embassy Khartoum Event:  On December 10, 2021, the Department of State terminated Authorized Departure status of non-emergency U.S. personnel and family members from the U.S. Mission to Sudan. Sudan is experiencing sporadic civil unrest and protests across the country. Communication disruptions, including internet and cell phone service, can occur during protests. Actions …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on December 6 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown.  While organizers continue to encourage non-violent civil disobedience, there have been violent confrontations in the past. Embassy personnel have been encouraged to stay home and instructed, if travel is necessary, to be off the roads by …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan (4 December 2021) Location: Sudan, countrywide Event:  On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States.  Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken …

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on November 30 in Khartoum and potentially in other states.  Exact locations and times are unknown.  While organizers continue to encourage non-violent civil disobedience, there have been violent confrontations in the past. Embassy personnel have been encouraged to stay home and instructed, if travel is necessary, to be off the roads by 1 …

Event: The Embassy has received no new reports of violence and has received no new reports of injured, arrested, or deceased American citizens from the night of October 29/30.  The Embassy requests that any reports of injuries, deaths, or arrests of American citizens be communicated immediately to  ACSKhartoum@state.gov  or through other contact methods listed below. Large …

Travel Information: The Embassy has received confirmation from airport management that Badr flight 6660 to Jeddah will depart at 4:30 p.m.; Badr flight 684 to Cairo is expected to depart at 6:30 p.m. Roads leading to the airport may not be safe, although the roads are generally more clear than previous days, with fewer barricades encountered. There are reports …

Event: The U.S. Embassy continues to receive reports of sporadic protests in and around Khartoum, with unconfirmed reports of a confrontation in Omdurman between protestors and military forces resulting in deaths and injuries. Roadblocks continue to be erected by protesters and the military is maintaining several checkpoints around the city. Movement in parts of Khartoum …

Event: The U.S. Embassy continues to receive reports of sporadic protests in and around Khartoum. Roadblocks continue to be erected by protesters and the military is maintaining several checkpoints around the city. Movement in parts of Khartoum is severely restricted. The Embassy has received reports that the road connecting Egypt and Sudan has been blockaded …

Security Alert: Authorized Departure of Non-Emergency U.S. Government Employees and Family Members from U.S. Embassy Khartoum (October 27, 2021) Location: Sudan  Event: On October 27, the Department authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members of emergency and non-emergency employees due to civil unrest and possible supply shortages. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide …

Event: The U.S. Embassy has received reports of sporadic protests in and around Khartoum and no new reports of violence.  Roadblocks have been erected by protesters and the military has set up several checkpoints around the area.  Movement in certain areas is severely restricted.  The Embassy has received reports that protesters are being arrested but has received no …

Event: The U.S. Embassy has received no reports overnight of additional violent encounters, following a day of reported violence on October 25, 2021. Americans are still strongly advised to shelter in place to the extent possible. The Embassy has learned that two charter flights left Khartoum International Airport following the mass cancellation of commercial flights on October …

Location: Khartoum, Sudan and around the country Event: Sudanese Armed Forces have announced they are in control of the government. Demonstrations have been reported in Khartoum and around the country. There are unverified reports of violence against protesters. Flights are not leaving the country. American citizens are advised to be aware of their surroundings and shelter …

Location: Khartoum, Sudan Event: The U.S. Embassy has received reports that armed forces are blocking certain areas in and around Khartoum. Internet in Khartoum is non-functional. The Embassy is advising American citizens to shelter in place and remain aware of their surroundings.

Event:  Demonstrations are expected to take place on Thursday, October 21, 2021.

Security Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan October 04, 2021 Location: Area around Jabra Block 15, Khartoum, Sudan Event:  An ongoing armed confrontation involving police is taking place at the area around Jabra Block 15 in Khartoum.  U.S. government personnel have been advised to avoid all areas around Jabra Block 15. Actions to take: Avoid the …

Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following locations and their vicinities in Khartoum, Sudan: Siteen (also known as 60th, or Bashir Elnefeidi) Street Alsharqi Street Mahat 7 Area of Sahafa Jackson Square Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on September 23, 2021.  Exact start times are unknown, but demonstrations …

Location: Soba, Khartoum, Sudan Event:  An ongoing armed confrontation between two parties is taking place at the area around the Rahaf Residential Complex in the Soba area of Khartoum.  The confrontation has the potential to escalate and spread.  U.S. government personnel have been advised to avoid all areas south of the U.S. Embassy along Madani …

Do not travel to Sudan due to COVID-19.  Reconsider travel due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not issued a Travel Health Notice for Sudan due to COVID-19, indicating an unknown level of COVID-19 in the country.  Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe …

Reconsider travel to Sudan due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travel Health Notice  for Sudan due to COVID-19, indicating a low level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are …

June 29, 2021 Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following locations and their vicinities in Khartoum and Omdurman, Sudan: Siteen (also known as 60th, or Bashir Elnefeidi) Street Jackson Bus Station & Square Shambat Square Areas around Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on …

Location: Sudan    Event:  Authorities have indicated they will close some roads in central Khartoum at 6pm today, Wednesday, June 2, 2021, and that they will remain closed June 3 and 4.  Demonstrations marking the anniversary of the violent dispersal of protestors in Khartoum on June 3, 2019, are expected in cities across Sudan.  The …

Location: Sudan Event:  Authorities have indicated they will close some roads in central Khartoum at 6pm today, Wednesday, June 2, 2021, and that they will remain closed June 3 and 4.  Demonstrations marking the anniversary of the violent dispersal of protestors in Khartoum on June 3, 2019, are expected in cities across Sudan.  The U.S. …

Event:  U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports.

Location:  Sudan Event:  U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this …

Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following locations and their vicinities in Khartoum, Sudan: Siteen (also known as 60th, or Bashir Elnefeidi) Street Areas around Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Headquarters Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on May 12, 2021.  Exact times are unknown, but demonstrations are expected to …

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Location: Sudan Sporadic and unpredictable demonstrations are expected to continue over the next few weeks along Siteen Road (also known as 60th Street, or Bashir Elnefeidi) and may spread to other parts of Khartoum and Sudan with little or no notice. Event: Demonstrations in response to commodity prices and economic conditions have started recently and …

Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan January 24, 2021 Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following locations and their vicinities in Khartoum, Sudan: Siteen (also known as 60th, or Bashir Elnefeidi) Street Event: Demonstrations are taking place on January 24, 2021.  Exact end times are unknown.  Sections of Siteen (also …

Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event:  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result …

Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan December 18, 2020 Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following areas in Khartoum, Sudan: Areas around downtown Khartoum Omdurman North Khartoum Additionally, demonstrations and marches may take place throughout the country. Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on Saturday, December 19, 2020, beginning …

Location:  Khartoum, Sudan Event:  Authorities have indicated they may close bridges into Khartoum at 6pm today, Tuesday, October 20, 2020, and that they would remain closed all day Wednesday, October 21, 2020.  The U.S. Embassy is minimizing onsite staffing during that period. Actions to take: Monitor local media for updates. Avoid crowds. Avoid demonstrations Keep …

Security Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan October 14, 2020 Location:  Khartoum, Sudan Event:  Activists in Khartoum have indicated they intend on hosting daily protests over the following week, with a culminating protest on 21 October.  Protests may occur anywhere in Khartoum, but historical protest venues include the Jackson Bus Station, the Ministry of Justice, Freedom …

Security Alert U.S. Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan October 8, 2020 Location:  The states of Red Sea and Kassala in eastern Sudan – including Port Sudan. Event:  Activists in eastern Sudan, including the states of Red Sea and Kassala, have indicated they will increase protests and road closures starting Friday, October 9, 2020.  The Red Sea State …

October 7, 2020 Reconsider travel to Sudan due to COVID-19, natural disaster, crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. Read the Department of State’s  COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Sudan due to COVID-19. Sudan has resumed most transportation options (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and …

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August 27, 2020 Read the Department of State’s  COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Sudan due to COVID-19. Sudan has resumed most transportation options (including airport operations and re-opening of borders) and business operations (including private and international schools).  Other improved conditions have been reported within Sudan. …

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Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following locations and their vicinities in Khartoum, Sudan: Khartoum University Mosque Khartoum Grand Mosque Said Almorsaleem Mosque Presidential Palace Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place July 17, 2020. Exact start times are unknown. Bridges connecting Khartoum to Omdurman and North Khartoum are expected …

Flights:  Effective Monday, July 13, 2020, the Government of Sudan has partially re-opened Khartoum International Airport to international flights.  As of July 13, 2020, Sudan has authorized limited international flights to/from Egypt, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.

Event: Effective Wednesday, July 8, 2020, the Government of Sudan has moved to a 6:00pm to 6:00am curfew in Khartoum.  This curfew will remain in effect until further notice.  All persons are able to move freely, including across bridges, from 6:00am to 6:00pm local time.  Public transportation will begin operating on July 8, 2020 in response …

U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan June 30, 2020 The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is aware of limited commercial flights, operated by Emirates Airlines, from Khartoum to Dubai.  These are not U.S. government-organized or affiliated flights. All those interested in traveling must book directly through their travel agent or Emirates Airlines.  Please do not contact the U.S. …

Event:  The Government of Sudan has extended the closure of Sudan’s airports for domestic and international flights through Sunday, July 12, 2020.  Limited exceptions apply, including for cargo, humanitarian, and repatriation flights.

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Location: Gathering points may include, but are not limited to, the following areas in Khartoum, Sudan: Areas around downtown Khartoum Omdurman North Khartoum Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place today, leading up to June 30, 2020.  Exact start times and locations are unknown.  Bridges connecting Khartoum to Omdurman and North Khartoum are expected to …

Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan June 14, 2020 Event:  The Government of Sudan has extended the closure of Sudan’s airports for domestic and international flights through Sunday, June 28, 2020.  Limited exceptions apply, including for cargo, humanitarian, and repatriation flights. On Friday, June 12, 2020, a U.S. Embassy-organized repatriation flight departed Sudan.  As of June …

Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan June 6, 2020   Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan has confirmed a repatriation flight with limited capacity for private U.S. citizens on a reimbursable basis, departing Khartoum International Airport on Friday, June 12, 2020.  The flight will terminate in Washington DC (Dulles International Airport, IAD).  U.S. citizens who …

The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is aware of two private commercial flights.  These private commercial flights are not U.S. government-organized or affiliated flights. Please do not contact the U.S. Embassy to book or inquire about these flights. Flight #1 – June 7, 2020 – Khartoum to Frankfurt, Germany The flight is organized by OnTime …

Event:  On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.

Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan May 28, 2020 Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, the …

Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, the Department of State issued a  Global Level 4 Health Advisory  advising U.S. citizens to …

Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan has confirmed a repatriation flight with limited capacity for private U.S. citizens on a reimbursable basis, departing Khartoum International Airport on or around May 22, 2020.  The flight will terminate in Washington DC (Dulles International Airport, IAD).  U.S. citizens who wish to join this potential flight should be ready …

The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan is aware of a private commercial flight departing Khartoum, Sudan to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Monday, May 18.  This private commercial flight is not a U.S. government-organized or affiliated flight. The flight is organized by Satguru Travel, and all those interested in traveling must book directly through Satguru Travel …

Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, the Department of State issued a  Global Level 4 Health Advisory  advising U.S. citizens to …

Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, the Department of State issued a  Global Level 4 Health Advisory  advising U.S. citizens to …

Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, the Department of State issued a  Global Level 4 Health Advisory  advising U.S. citizens to …

Event: Confirmed Repatriation Flight on May 1, 2020 On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, the Department …

Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 25, 2020   Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, …

Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 25, 2020   Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19.  On March 19, …

Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan April 22, 2020 Event: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 19, …

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Sudan (April 4, 2020) Location: Sudan Event: Potential Repatriation Flight Option: On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome …

April 1, 2020   Location: Sudan Event: On March 19 the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the …

March 31, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: On March 19, the Department of State issued a  Global Level 4 Health Advisory  advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States. Update: …

Location: Sudan Event: On March 19 the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States. Update: Effective …

March 30, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: On March 19, the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the …

Health Alert U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan March 28, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United …

March 28, 2020 Location: Sudan   Event: The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate …

March 27, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return …

Location: Sudan Event: The U.S. Mission to Sudan is aware of the possibility of limited seats on a special Ethiopian Air flight from Khartoum to either Toronto, Canada or Washington, D.C., via Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, departing Khartoum on Monday, March 30, 2020.  The approximate cost of the flight is $4,000 (USD).  This flight is NOT …

March 24, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: On March 19 the Department of State has issued a  Global Level 4 Health Advisory  advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19 and in countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the …

The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.  In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.  …

U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan March 19, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Sudan Civil Aviation Authority announced today that the Khartoum airport will be allowing limited commercial flights to depart the airport for a period of 48 hours beginning at 7:45 p.m. local time on March 19.  Those who wish to depart Sudan should make arrangements …

March 17, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: The Government of Sudan has announced a suspension of all commercial air travel, both international and domestic, starting March 16 until , further notice.  The U.S. Embassy in Sudan will provide more information as it becomes available from the Government of Sudan. On March 14, the Department of State …

March 17, 2020 Location: Sudan Event: Information regarding novel coronavirus: All non-emergency American citizen services and visa services have been cancelled. For emergency American citizen services please email ACSKhartoum@state.gov .  For after-hours emergency, please call us at + 249-187-022000 and ask to speak to the Embassy duty officer.  Assistance: U.S. Embassy Khartoum, Sudan + (249) (187) …

March 9, 2020 Location:  Kober bridge, Khartoum North, Sudan Event: Vehicle attack/Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonation near Kober bridge At approximately 0910 today an IED detonated near Kober bridge in Khartoum North. Local travel by U.S. government personnel is limited to official movements only.  The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …