Avoid non-essential travel to Sudan right now. There is an ongoing or likely conflict, and you should follow your government's advice.
Active armed conflict
A civil war between the national army and the paramilitary RSF has split the country since 2023; most of the west, including Darfur, is now under RSF control.
What this means for you
Active front lines, collapsed public services, and a severe humanitarian crisis. Most governments advise against all travel and have withdrawn embassy staff; leaving quickly in an emergency may be impossible.
Sudan danger summary
Sudan is currently rated avoid by countrysignal. A civil war between the national army and the paramilitary RSF has split the country since 2023; most of the west, including Darfur, is now under RSF control. Active front lines, collapsed public services, and a severe humanitarian crisis. Most governments advise against all travel and have withdrawn embassy staff; leaving quickly in an emergency may be impossible. This page reflects live data and updates as the situation changes. It is information, not official travel advice; always check your government's guidance before you travel.
Risk at a glance
Danger
Level
Detail
Overall travel verdict
severe
Avoid non-essential travel.
Armed conflict
severe
Active armed conflict on this territory.
Natural hazards
none
No active natural-hazard alerts.
Civil unrest
none
No unusual unrest signal.
Data confidence
elevated
Lower confidence; few corroborating signals.
Before you travel to Sudan
Reconsider non-essential travel entirely until the situation eases.
If you must go, share a detailed itinerary with someone at home and agree on regular check-ins.
Check your government's current travel advisory for Sudan, and register your trip if they offer it.
Open the live map for Sudan right before you go and again on arrival, since the situation can change daily.
Save your country's emergency number and your embassy's contact, and keep a copy offline.
Make sure travel insurance covers medical evacuation and trip disruption.
Identify the nearest functioning airport and a backup exit route before you arrive.
Sudan travel safety FAQ
Is Sudan safe to travel to right now?
As of 17 June 2026, no. countrysignal rates Sudan avoid for non-essential travel because of an ongoing or likely conflict. Follow your government's advice.
Are there any natural disasters in Sudan right now?
As of 17 June 2026, countrysignal is tracking no active natural-hazard alerts (earthquakes, storms, floods, wildfires) in Sudan.
Is there a war or conflict in Sudan?
Yes. As of 17 June 2026: A civil war between the national army and the paramilitary RSF has split the country since 2023; most of the west, including Darfur, is now under RSF control.
What does the Sudan travel verdict mean?
countrysignal gives each country one of three verdicts: ok to travel, caution, or avoid. Sudan is currently rated avoid. The verdict is computed from live conflict, natural-hazard and unrest signals, and it updates as the situation changes.
This verdict is generated by countrysignal's analysis engine from live conflict, natural-hazard and unrest signals. It is informational only and never an instruction to act. For confirmed emergencies, follow official local alerts.