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Sudan: sanctions and trade risk
As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 54 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Sudan.Lists last checked .
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A sanctions programme concerning Sudan is in force — typically an arms embargo or targeted measures against listed persons and entities. Ordinary civilian goods are usually not restricted; arms, related material and listed parties are.
Sources: EU Sanctions Map — Sudan (UN+EU) (6 May 2026) · SECO — Massnahmen gegenüber Sudan · OFAC — Sanctions Programs and Country Information (active programs) (24 Oct 2026) · reviewed 24 Oct 2026
By sanctions regime
The indicator above is the strictest of these. Which regimes are relevant to a shipment depends on many connections — dispatch country, company location, incorporation, nationality, ownership, banks, goods origin. The check selects them from your inputs in a simplified way; UN measures take effect through each country's implementing law.
| Regime | Indicator | What applies |
|---|---|---|
| UN | Sanctions programme | Darfur arms embargo and listings — implemented by UN member states in their own law. |
| EU | Sanctions programme | UN and EU measures. |
| Switzerland | Sanctions programme | Swiss ordinance on Sudan. |
| UK | Sanctions programme | UK Sudan regime. |
| US | Sanctions programme | US Sudan and Darfur programme. |
On the sanctions lists
54 entries on the official lists name Sudan — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.
| List | Entries | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US OFAC — Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) | 24 | 24 | — | — |
| UK Sanctions List (FCDO) | 12 | 12 | — | — |
| EU Consolidated Financial Sanctions List (FSF) | 9 | 9 | — | — |
| Switzerland SECO Consolidated Sanctions List | 8 | 8 | — | — |
| UN Security Council Consolidated List | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Latest changes
- United Kingdom · Sudan: 7 new designations
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Logistics profile
Sudan: logistics and trade
Red Sea transit country / agricultural and raw materials exporter
Sudan (ISO code: SD) lies in north-east Africa on the Red Sea, bordering Egypt, Libya, Chad, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Eritrea. It is a federal republic under a transitional, military-led government, with security and stability varying sharply by region. The climate is mostly arid to semi-arid, with a rainy season from June to September in the south. The economy rests on agriculture, mining (notably gold), oil and services. Key exports are gold, oilseeds, gum arabic, livestock and crude oil, while machinery, vehicles, fuel and food are imported. Logistically, Sudan relies on the Red Sea port of Port Sudan plus rail and road corridors to Khartoum and Atbara, giving it a transit role for COMESA neighbours. The currency is the Sudanese pound (SDG). Since April 2023 a civil war between the armed forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has severely disrupted infrastructure and supply chains.
- Capital
- Khartoum
- Population
- 50,448,963
- Area
- 1,861,484 km²
- Currency
- Sudanese Pound (SDG)
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Northeast Africa / Red Sea
- Economic area
- COMESA / Arab League (GAFTA)
- Religions
- Islam
- Access to the sea
- Yes
Transport modes Sea · Road · Rail · Air
- Current situation
- Status 2026: Port Sudan remains the most important gateway to the world. The government returned to Khartoum in January 2026; Khartoum airport resumed first scheduled flights but remains at risk from drone attacks.
- Seasonal conditions
- Rainy season June to September, mainly in the south, with flooding and impassable tracks; in the north, intense heat and dust storms (haboob) occur all year, affecting road and air traffic.
Main seaports
- Port Sudan
Port Sudan (SD PZU), Sudan's only major Red Sea deep-water port: containers, oil, grain. Liner calls partly resumed in 2026; alternatives Jeddah and Djibouti.
- Beshayer Oil Terminal
Beshayer/Bashayer (Sudan): crude-oil-only export terminal on the Red Sea south of Port Sudan. No containers; exports recovered in 2025 but remain volatile.
- Al Khair Oil Terminal
Al Khair (Sudan): dedicated oil-tanker terminal southeast of Port Sudan, up to 50,000 dwt, ~2.67 Mt/year. No containers — use Port Sudan; crude via Bashayer.
Main cargo airports
- Khartoum International AirportKRT
Khartoum International Airport (KRT): reopening since 2026 after the 2023–2025 war shutdown. Limited cargo; much trade still routes via Port Sudan (PZU).
- Port Sudan New International AirportPZU
Port Sudan (PZU) stays Sudan's main air-freight gateway on the Red Sea, with a direct sea-air link and belly cargo, even after Khartoum's 2026 reopening.
Road corridors
- Port Sudan - Khartoum (main corridor)
- Khartoum - Wadi Halfa (Egypt)
- Khartoum - Kosti - South Sudan border
Rail corridors
- Port Sudan - Atbara - Khartoum
- Khartoum - Sennar - Kosti
- Atbara - Wadi Halfa
Inland ports
- Kosti (White Nile)
Main trade lanes
- Sudan - UAE
- Sudan - China
- Sudan - Saudi Arabia
- Sudan - Egypt
- Sudan - India
Customs and import
Customs authority Sudan Customs Authority (customs authority, Ministry of Interior)
- Import customs system
- Imports through the Sudan Customs Authority; customs value on CIF basis. Import duty per product group around 0 to 100 percent, plus VAT at clearance. Clearance is partly still manual.
- Export customs system
- Exports through the Sudan Customs Authority with export registration as well as certificates of origin and health certificates, mainly for agricultural products, animal products and gold. Central bank foreign exchange regulations must be observed.
- Import VAT
- Standard VAT rate 17 percent, due at customs clearance on customs value plus duties and levies. Exemptions include human and veterinary medicines, basic foodstuffs and seeds (VAT Act 2001).
- Proofs of origin and trade agreements
- Within the COMESA free trade area, the COMESA certificate of origin applies for preferential tariffs. There is no free trade agreement with Switzerland/EFTA; imports are subject to the standard duty rate.
- Restricted and prohibited goods
- Import restrictions and bans apply, among others, to alcohol, pork and certain chemicals; weapons and dual-use goods require a licence. Gold and foreign currency exports are state-controlled.
Typical import documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading / air waybill
- Certificate of origin
- Import licence
- Conformity / inspection certificate
Typical export documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Export registration
- Phytosanitary / health certificate
- Bill of lading
Logistics conditions
- Customs complexity
- High
- Customs delays
- High
- Port congestion
- Medium to high
- Dangerous goods relevance
- Medium
- Pharma and cold chain relevance
- Medium
- E-commerce relevance
- Low
Trade
Top import partners
Top export partners
Top import goods
- Machinery
- Vehicles, electronic devices
- Pharmaceuticals
- Food
Top export goods
- Gold
- Crude oil
- Animal products
- Oilseeds
- Agricultural products
Typical cargo
- Gold
- Crude oil
- Oilseeds (sesame, groundnut)
- Gum arabic
- Livestock
- Machinery/vehicles (imports)
- Wheat/food (imports)
Logistics questions
Which import duties apply in Sudan?
An import duty is levied on the CIF customs value depending on the product group (around 0 to 100 percent), plus VAT at customs clearance. Many agricultural and consumer goods are at about 40 percent, while vehicles and machinery are up to 100 percent.
What is the value added tax (VAT) rate?
The standard VAT rate is 17 percent and is levied at customs clearance. Exemptions include, among others, human and veterinary medicines, basic foodstuffs and seeds (VAT Act 2001).
Which port is the most important?
Port Sudan on the Red Sea handles most of Sudan's foreign trade and also serves as a gateway for several COMESA neighbours.
Is there a free trade agreement with Switzerland?
No. Sudan is a COMESA member and uses the COMESA certificate of origin within the free trade area. There is no agreement with Switzerland or EFTA; imports are subject to the standard duty rate.
How does the war affect logistics?
Since April 2023, a civil war has been raging between SAF and RSF, and territorial control is fragmented. Transport often requires special permits; security, insurance and compliance risks are very high.
Is Khartoum airport flying again?
At the beginning of 2026, Khartoum International Airport resumed its first scheduled flights (initially from Port Sudan), but it remains at risk from repeated drone attacks.
Which documents are needed for an import?
Common documents are the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or air waybill, certificate of origin, import licence and, depending on the goods, a conformity or inspection certificate.
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