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On July 8thIt is bordered by [[Egypt]] to the north, 2011the Red Sea to the northeast, [[Eritrea]] and [[Ethiopia]] to the east, [[South Sudan]] split off to the south, the [[Central African Republic]] to the southwest, [[Chad]] to the west and [[Libya]] to the northwest. The famous river Nile divides the countryinto eastern and western halves. The majority of the Sudanese people are Muslim.
It seems that Hitchhiking is very common in Sudan , especially outside [[Khartoum]], where public transport tends to be scarce. Often a symbolic payment is typically expected, except from for the region around [[Khartoum]]. You need permissions a travel permit from the Ministry of Tourism (which will be issued for some regions if free) to travel outside the capital. You will be asked to show a copy of the permit at every police checkpoint you want pass. Some sources claim that the permit is not required anymore for tourists travelling in the North, but this information did not arrive at the police at the checkpoints, so it's best to have a permit to show. Make copies of your travel (permit to hand them to police, so that you don't need to give the original away. [[File:292771 3792629380742 753177269 n.jpg|right|thumb|266px|Hitchhiking is very common in northern Sudan. This man is on his way to his family to) therecelebrate Eid al-Adha.]]
Almost every Police checkpoints are very common in Sudan. Every town and city has a police check-point on the outskirtsand they are especially around Khartoum and in the border regions. This acts These checkpoints act as a road block blocks and can cause problem problems to the plucky hitcher. It was often the case that the police would just put you on a passing bus for no charge. The police are very helpful and warm, so long as all your permits are in order. == Experiences == TheLoneBaker: I hitchhiked through Sudan in 2018 and found it extremely easy. Most of the time the police didn't pay any attention and most of the rest of the time they just wanted to see my visa and didn't even bother to check the identification. Most nights I was invited to peoples homes to sleep on outside beds. I didn't encounter a single driver who expected payment even in the Khartoum area. Also, permits are no longer needed to travel in Sudan though you do still need to register with the police for a fee within 72 hours.
[[File:IMG 4674.JPG|thumb|right|300px|lukeyboy95 by the road in the North of Sudan on road to Wadi Halfa]]
Alot 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 also possible to get attain a Sudanese visa Transit Visa in only one day at Kampala, Uganda from the Sudanese Embassy . It is valid for 2 weeks (in [[Cairo]]three months), [[Egypt]]is about 60 US-$, takes 3 days and is surprisingly straightforward to apply for 100 US dollars.
It When in Khartoum, is is also possible to attain get a Transit Visa visa for Ethiopia in Kampalaone day. However, Uganda from the Sudanese Embassythey only issue 70 visas a day so you need to get in line by around 6 am. It is valid for 2 weeks (in three months) However, is about 60 US Dollarsif you do get there a bit too late, takes 3 days you will be given a paper with a number and is surprisingly straightforward to apply forwill be prioritized the next day.
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|hitch = <rating country='sd' />}}'''Sudan''' (Arabic: السودان, as-Sūdān), officially the Republic of the Sudan, is a country in [[Northern Africa]]. It was the largest country in state of Africa until the South voted to be Independent and subsequently split . It is bordered by [[Egypt]] to the north, the Red Sea to the northeast, [[Eritrea]] and [[Ethiopia]] to the east, before [[South Sudan]] to the south, the [[Central African Republic]] to the southwest, [[Chad]] to the west and [[Libya]] to the northwestbecame independent in 2011.
== Hitchhiking ==
Hitching is generally easy, although many of the citizens do not understand the concept of hitching, so it is best to say you are having money problems. On roads with trade and freight, you should easily be able to pick up a lorry. On minor roads, such as those heading north, often the only traffic will be with minibuses. These are modern, air conditioned and pretty reasonable.
== Border crossing ==
* 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 Aswan 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 western 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 rest of the country, especially 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 situationsor, or if your stomach is hardy, for general drinking water.
== Visa ==
It is possible to get a Sudanese visa in only one day at the Sudanese Embassy in [[Cairo]], [[Egypt]], for 100 US-$, or from [[Aswan]], for 50 US Dollar. The visa will take one day in Cairo and between four days and a week in Aswan.
Update 2018: It seems the Sudan visa in Cairo is now 150 USD. Still available in one day though.
== Cities ==
* [[Khartoum]] (capital)
* [[OmdurmanGedaref]]* [[Wad Madani]]
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