Moving to United States from Sudan

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Sudan to United States — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Sudan to United States. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Washington averages 66°F vs 99°F in Khartoum, making it significantly cooler.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from Sudan to United States, based on official data.

Moved in 2023
3,820 ↑ 133% vs 2022

people moved from Sudan to United States · OECD (latest data available)

Who's moving to United States?

Top countries of origin for United States's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Sudan to United States.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

SD
19.6
US
14.2

United States performs significantly better than Sudan across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

SD
$28
US
$13,473
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

SD
2.6
US
36.1

Sudan generally does better on health & wellbeing, though United States leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

SD
70.0
US
14.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

SD
0.4t
US
13.6t

Sudan generally does better on environment, though United States leads in air pollution deaths.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SD
0.1
US
37.8
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

SD
118.7%
US
28.2%

United States performs significantly better than Sudan across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SD
11.4%
US
3.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SD
$2,800
US
$73,600

United States generally does better on employment & economy, though Sudan leads in top income tax rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SD
67.1 yrs
US
80.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SD
42.3
US
5.2

United States performs significantly better than Sudan across all family life metrics.

Data: Sudan Chamber of Taxation, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Khartoum Rain: 4.8 in/yr (121 mm)
99° / 73°F

Avg. annual high / low

Washington Rain: 41.5 in/yr (1055 mm)
66° / 44°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Khartoum Washington
Jan–Mar 92°/64°F (33°/18°C) 48°/28°F (9°/-2°C)
Apr–Jun 106°/79°F (41°/26°C) 75°/51°F (24°/11°C)
Jul–Sep 101°/79°F (38°/26°C) 85°/62°F (29°/17°C)
Oct–Dec 96°/71°F (35°/21°C) 57°/35°F (14°/2°C)
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Month Khartoum Washington
Jan 87°/60°F (30.7°/15.6°C) 42°/24°F (5.8°/-4.5°C)
Feb 91°/62°F (32.6°/16.8°C) 46°/26°F (8.0°/-3.3°C)
Mar 98°/69°F (36.5°/20.3°C) 56°/33°F (13.1°/0.5°C)
Apr 105°/75°F (40.4°/24.1°C) 67°/42°F (19.3°/5.6°C)
May 107°/81°F (41.9°/27.3°C) 75°/51°F (23.9°/10.7°C)
Jun 106°/82°F (41.3°/27.6°C) 84°/61°F (28.8°/16.1°C)
Jul 101°/79°F (38.5°/26.2°C) 88°/65°F (31.1°/18.6°C)
Aug 100°/78°F (37.6°/25.6°C) 87°/64°F (30.3°/17.9°C)
Sep 102°/79°F (38.7°/26.3°C) 79°/56°F (26.3°/13.5°C)
Oct 103°/79°F (39.3°/25.9°C) 68°/44°F (20.1°/6.6°C)
Nov 95°/70°F (35.2°/21.0°C) 58°/35°F (14.2°/1.8°C)
Dec 89°/63°F (31.7°/17.0°C) 46°/27°F (7.8°/-2.7°C)

Data: Sudan Meteorological Authority Sudan Meteorological Authority, National Weather Service National Weather Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Sudan and United States. To live, work, or study long-term in United States, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check United States's immigration authority.

Sudan passport

Sudan passport holder visiting United States

Visa Required
Sudan passport holders need a visa to enter United States.
United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Sudan

Visa Required
United States passport holders need a visa to enter Sudan.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from United States?

Internet is rarely the blocker — United States has 37.8 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is United States safe for expats?

United States performs significantly better than Sudan across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in United States compared to Sudan?

Sudan generally does better on health & wellbeing, though United States leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 36.1 doctors per 10,000 people in United States, compared to 2.6 in Sudan. United States scores 86 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Sudan: 44).

What's the weather like in United States compared to Sudan?

The average high temperature in Washington is 66°F, compared to 99°F in Khartoum. Washington receives around 41.5 in of rainfall per year, while Khartoum gets 4.8 in.

What language do they speak in United States?

The official language in United States is English. In Sudan, the official languages are Arabic and English.

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At a Glance

SD US
Population 47,958,856 337,341,954
Currency Sudanese Pound (SDG) United States Dollar ($)
Languages Arabic, English English
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +249 +1
Time zones 1 11
Emergency number 911