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* The border to [[Chad]] is closed (July 13th, 2009).
* The border to [[Eritrea]] is closed (July 13th, 2009) except coming from Eritreafor Sudanese citizens.
* The border to [[Libya]] is closed (June 29th, 2010).
* The border to [[Egypt]] is open, but only on one single checkpoint ([[Wadi Halfa border crossing]]) or by boat via the Assuan Lake.
* The border to [[Ethiopia]] is open at the checkpoint near [[Al-QadarifGedaref]]
== Danger ==
There are a lot of unsolved conlficts conflicts in Sudan, also there are landmines in almost every border region. Due to high crime rates and escalating conflicts hitchhiking in Sudan can be dangerous, especially in the Region of [[DafurDarfur]]. Don't cross borders illegally because of landmines and the risk of being imprisoned for a long time.
Be careful when taking photos of official buildings you may be arrested as a spy. Getting arrested in Sudan is relatively commonplace, so don't be alarmed if it happens to you. They will take your details and release you shortly with matters such as photographs.
The north is much safer, and the biggest danger here will be the extraordinary midday heat. Stay sheltered and well hydrated. Always carry plenty of water and snacks on you.
Almost everywhere in Sudan you will have find terracotta water vessels in the cool shade of big trees, with a communal cup. These are great in emergency situations, or if your stomach is hardy, for general drinking water.
A lot of coffee stands or shops will have threadbare beds which you will be invited to rest on during the heat of the day.
== Visa ==
It is possible to get a Sudanese visa in only one day at the Sudanese Embassy in [[Cairo]], [[Egypt]], for 100 US dollars-$, or from [[Aswan]], for 50 US Dollar.
It is also possible to attain a Transit Visa in Kampala, Uganda from the Sudanese Embassy. It is valid for 2 weeks (in three months), is about 60 US Dollars-$, takes 3 days and is surprisingly straightforward to apply for.
== Cities ==
* [[Khartoum]] (capital)
* [[Omdurman]]
* [[Gedaref]]
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