Residence & citizenship
Sudanese Sudanese Citizenship by Naturalisation
The route for long-resident foreign nationals to acquire Sudanese nationality, governed by the Sudanese Nationality Act.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The exact residence periods (general ~10 years; spouse ~2 years) and current procedure derive from the Sudanese Nationality Act and secondary sources rather than a live official Ministry page; verify the current thresholds and process before publication.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Sudan government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Certificate of Sudanese Nationality by Naturalisation
- Route type
- Citizenship / naturalisation
- Granting authority
- Minister of Interior (Sudanese Nationality Act)
- General residence requirement
- Long, continuous lawful residence (commonly cited as ~10 years)
- Spouse route
- Foreign wife of a Sudanese man after a qualifying period of residence
Who it is for
- Long-term foreign residents of Sudan seeking Sudanese nationality
- Foreign women married to Sudanese men (separate spousal route)
Requirements
- Adult of full legal capacity, of good conduct and sound mind
- Lawful and continuous residence in Sudan for the qualifying period
- A lawful means of livelihood
- Intention to reside permanently in Sudan
- Renunciation of previous nationality where required (Sudan generally bars dual nationality)
How to apply
- Apply to the Ministry of Interior for a certificate of naturalisation
- Provide evidence of residence, conduct and livelihood
- Await decision by the Minister of Interior (or, in special cases, the President)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.