Sudan Travel Health Guide

Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, flu, measles-mumps-rubella, polio, and shingles before traveling to Sudan.

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers one year and older going to Sudan. Infants 6-11 months should also be vaccinated.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60 years old. Those 60 and older may also consider vaccination.

Measles

Measles cases are rising worldwide. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least two weeks before departure, including an early dose for infants 6-11 months.

Polio

Poliovirus has been identified in Sudan in the past year, putting travelers at increased risk. Adults with childhood vaccination may need a booster; unvaccinated travelers need complete series before travel.

Typhoid

Typhoid vaccination is recommended for most travelers to Sudan, especially if staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Chikungunya

Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Focus on preventing mosquito bites instead.

Cholera

Cholera transmission is widespread in Sudan. Vaccination may be considered for some travelers. Focus on safe food and water practices and hand hygiene.

Meningococcal Disease

Meningococcal vaccination is recommended for travelers 2 months and older going to areas of Sudan in the meningitis belt during dry season (December to June).

Rabies

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Sudan. Rabies vaccines may only be available in larger urban medical facilities. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have increased animal exposure or limited access to medical care.

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travelers 9 months and older going to areas south of the Sahara Desert in Sudan. Not recommended for travel limited to the Sahara Desert or Khartoum. Not required for entry.