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EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE SUDAN IN AUSTRALIA Message from the Head of Mission Dear citizens and clients, It is our pleasure to welcome you to the official website of the Embassy of the Republic of the Sudan in Australia. On the website you will find the latest news about our beloved country, and you will be able to navigate your way around the latest economic and political developments, as well as the information about tourism, arts, archaeology, culture and naturally, as well as the updated news about the bilateral relations between Australia and Sudan. The relationship between Sudan and Australia is long-standing and counts at the first place on an active Sudanese community in Australia. The bilateral partnership between Sudan and Australia will continue to strengthen. There are tremendous opportunities for Sudan and Australia to work together towards unlocking the huge potentials for mutual fruitful cooperation and partnership in the future in all domains. Currently, our two countries enjoy wide-ranging and ever-expanding ties across many spheres, including political bilateral consultations, education, cultural ties, Agriculture and Mining. We hope that within the realms of our website you will be able to see other interesting aspects related to our beloved country. Our website will furnish all the necessarily information needed for visa applications for those who are planning to travel to Sudan in purpose of tourism, business or any other reason. Please feel free to leave your valuable comments for more optimizing. Glad to say that I and the Embassy staff would be delighted to offer you further assistance. Please browse our website for more information about the Embassy of the Republic of Sudan in Canberra. If you have any questions or would like to speak with our staff regarding our services, we stand ready to assist you. E-mail us at: cs@sudanicanberra.com or call us at: +61261138010. WhatsApp: +61415197198 . Wishing you all the best! Ahmed Abdelatif Charge’ d’Affairs a.i Opening Ceremony of the Sudanese Embassy in Canberra Sudan Embassy Canberra Play Video Opening Ceremony of the Sudanese Embassy in Canberra Play Video All Videos Watch Now Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Share Channel Info Close

Emergency Travel Document Any request that is not completed will be rejected. Please attached all requested documents together and send it at once. The embassy issues the emergency travel document for the Sudanese citizen in cases of emergency, and it expires upon arrival at Khartoum airport. Important Notice In case of passport lost, please attach report of lost Passport Issued by the Australian or New Zealand police Requirements: A letter of request addressed to the Head of mission. Copy of Sudanese documents (Passport, Certificate of citizenship, National identification number certificate or card). Two photos (passport size). A copy of the confirmed airline ticket. Attach return envelope (Prepaid) with full address to send the documents back. We advice to get tracking number for the envelope. Embassy Address: Embassy of The Republic of The Sudan 6 Pindari Crescent , O'Malley, ACT, 2606 Fee: $ 200 AUD Please note that all fees are nonrefundable. Payment Information Payment can be made by: 1- Bank transfer to the consular services account (not including bank fees) Consulate BSB 082-902 ACC 25-464-5853 (Please indicate the name of the applicant and the consular service in the transfer and send the payment receipt to the email cs@sudanicanberra.com ). 2- Australia Post Money Order addressed to the Embassy of Sudan. (Not including postal fees) with the name of the applicant and the consular service, or attaching a copy of the submitted application. Important Notice: Must travel to the Sudan within a month of the date of issue. Please check with your airline agency to ensure that this travel document is accepted before booking your ticket. Direct travel routes to Sudan are recommended.

Entry Visa Any request that is not completed will be rejected. Please attached all requested documents together and send it at once. Requirements : • Fill out the Application . • 2 Personal photos (passport size). •The application must be signed by the applicant only. • Original Passport and it must be valid for at least six (6) months. Important Notice: Any request that is not completed will be rejected. Please attached all requested documents together and send it at once. The applicants must apply on their own behalf in person or by mail. No third party is authorized to apply on behalf of applicant (s). Visa processing time may take up to 10 working days if all applicant documents are complete. The embassy must be provided with details of the name and address of the sponsor person in Sudan (must be Sudanese) and a copy of their Sudanese national ID must be attached along with an invitation letter from the sponsor. Visa validity: two months from the date of issue. Period of stay after arrival: two months from the date of entry into Sudan. For the foreign passports holder of Sudanese origin send a proof of Sudanese nationality (a copy of the Sudanese passport or nationality certificate). For Tourists with no Sudanese background has to get a signed letter from a travel agent in Sudan showing the reservation details of their accommodation in Sudan as it will be as a reference / sponsor to them. For Business Visa send all the above requirements and a letter from the sponsoring company showing the purpose of the visit, duration of stay, financial responsibility and contacts sponsor (address & telephone), including an approval of entry visa granted by the Ministry of Interior to the Sponsor. Sponsor: means the name, address and contact details of friends or relatives that you know in Sudan, must be Sudanese, and you must send a copy of his / her Sudanese (Passport / National ID card- certificate). Must provide a letter of invitation from your sponsor The procedure can be made by personally attend at the embassy after requesting an appointment via email cs@sudanicanberra.com Or calling the embassy phone +61261138010 Or send the documents by mail, attaching a return envelope (prepaid) with the full address to send the documents back. We advice to get tracking number for the envelope. Embassy Adress: Embassy of The Republic of The Sudan 6 Pindari Crescent , O'Malley, ACT, 2606 Fee: $ 200 AUD Please note that all fees are nonrefundable. Payment Information Payment can be made by: 1- Bank transfer to the consular services account (not including bank fees) Consulate BSB 082-902 ACC 25-464-5853 (Please indicate the name of the applicant and the consular service in the transfer and send the payment receipt to the email cs@sudanicanberra.com ). 2- Australia Post Money Order addressed to the Embassy of Sudan. (Not including postal fees ) with the name of the applicant and the consular service, or attaching a copy of the submitted application.

Why invest in Sudan: The major factors which represent an attraction to investors are the following: 1. Sudan's strategic location: Which represents an entrance to Africa from the east and the fact that it is neighbored by African countries a few to which Sudan represents to the only sea outlet. The location on the Red Sea makes Sudan the center of international markets; Middle East, Far East, Asia, Europe, and the USA as well as the recipient of ships crossing the into the Red Sea through the Suez Canal. Sudan is tied to some of the countries by airlines, roads, sea, and river transport. 2. Sudan's rich resources: These include agricultural land and fresh water resources, such as rivers, rain, and under ground water. These are in addition to forests, meadows, animal resources and mineral resources which include petroleum, gold and other precious metals. Sudan is characterized by the human resources represented in vocational labor, highly skilled graduates and very cheap rates for the available labor. 3. Infrastructure and Service Facilities: The infrastructure and service facilities are updateable in the light of the government policies. To enhance the investment environment and keep up with the expected growth which is due after the discovery of petroleum and the establishment of peace in Sudan, the establishment of roads, railways, seaports, airports (national and international), telecommunications, electricity generation stations, water purification facilities, sanitation networks and others are very important. A shift towards the enhancing the state of industrial areas, and building new industrial cities supplied with all the services necessary for investment are essential. The availability of free zones in Suakin and El-Jaili cities grant encouraging exemptions to investors. The availability of a banking sector, insurance sector, auditing, financial, technical and legal consultancy services. The availability of educational and health facilities of high standard which contribute to providing necessary services to citizens and expatriates. The availability of a modern construction sector which contributed to the abundance of houses, and offices rising to fulfill investors' requirements. 4. Political stability: Which is represented in the federal governing system which divided the country into 3 levels; the Federal, State and local levels and which guarantees participation by all citizens? The country is run by a central government from the national capital Khartoum. The country is divided into 26 states, each with its own government. The government looks forward to solving the problem of the south to establish stability and security in the southern states and the entire county. Sudan is also characterized by its independent judicial system which can resolve all conflicts. Sudanese judicial and judicial systems are characterized by indiscrimination among Sudanese citizens and foreigners. 5. Economic policies which include: Liberalizing the economy. Restructuring the economy (privatization of public corporations ending the State's monopoly of certain production and service fields). Modernization of laws and regulations of investment encouragement. Implementing a flexible investment law which provides all sorts of exemptions and concessions which include the following: Complete exemption from customs fees for capital projects. Freedom of capital transfer. Simplify procedures through a single outlet “One Stop Shop”. Grant exemptions from profit taxes of 5 to 10 years for investment projects. Grant customs exemptions for strategic projects and non-strategic capital goods. Strategic projects are given the necessary land free-of-charge. Non-strategic projects are given land at an encouragement price. The investor has the right to operate without a Sudanese partner. The investment law has provided the following fundamental guarantees: No confiscation of property will occur except through the legal system and after payment of a reasonable compensation. The investor has the right to re-transfer the capital in case the project is not executed or is liquidated. Transfer of profits and costs of finance will be executed in the currency of import and on the date due (after payment of the legal duties). The project is automatically included in the registry of importers and exporters. Regional and international agreements: To promote the investment climate the Sudanese government has established a number of regional agreements aimed at encouraging investment and creating trade opportunities with other nations: Sudan joined the COMESA trade bloc. Sudan is looking forward to joining the World Trade Organization. Sudan is attempting to join the Arab Free Trade Organization in 2007. Sudan has strengthened relations with regional and international organizations and corps related to investment.

تسجيل طلبات الجوازات من ماليزيا الرجاء التسجيل اذا كنت قد قدمت لاستخراج جواز سفر سوداني عن طريق بعثة الجوازات في ماليزيا البريد الالكتروني رقم الإيصال Phone الاسم الرباعي الرقم الوطني تاريخ المعاملة Street Address City State Post Code Country Country سجل الآن نشكرك علي التسجيل

Certificate of Good Conduct You must make an appointment prior to come to apply Any request that is not completed will be rejected. Please attached all requested documents together and send it at once. The embassy takes fingerprints on the certificate of good conduct then send it with all requested documents to be processed by the Sudanese Ministry of Interior. Require ments: Personal attendance of the applicant. Two passport-size photos. Passport used in Sudan. Your occupation when you were in Sudan. Attach return envelope (Prepaid) with full address to send the documents back. We advice to get tracking number for the envelope. Embassy Address: Embassy of The Republic of The Sudan 6 Pindari Crescent , O'Malley, ACT, 2606 Fee: $ 2 00 AUD Please note that all fees are nonrefundable. Payment Information Payment can be made by: 1- Bank transfer to the consular services account (not including bank fees) Consulate BSB 082-902 ACC 25-464-5853 (Please indicate the name of the applicant and the consular service in the transfer and send the payment receipt to the email cs@sudanicanberra.com ). 2- Australia Post Money Order addressed to the Embassy of Sudan. (Not including postal fees) with the name of the applicant and the consular service, or attaching a copy of the submitted application.

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Geography of Sudan: Sudan is situated in north east Africa, with a 853 km (530 mi) coastline bordering the Red Sea. It has land borders with Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, South Sudan, the Central African Republic, Chad and Libya. With an area of 1,886,068 km2 (728,215 sq mi), it is the third largest country on the continent (after Algeria and Democratic Republic of the Congo) and the Sixteenth largest in the world. Sudan lies between latitudes 8 °and 23 ° N.The terrain is generally flat plains, broken by several mountain ranges; in the west the Deriba Caldera(3,042 m or 9,980 ft), located in the Marrah Mountains, is the Highest point in Sudan, in the east are the Red Sea Hills. The Blue and White Nile rivers meet in Khartoum to form the River Nile, which flows northwards through Egypt to the Mediterranean Sea. The Blue Nile's course through Sudan is nearly 800 km (497 mi) long and is joined by the Dinder and Rahad Rivers between Sennar and Khartoum. The White Nile within Sudan has no significant tributaries. The amount of rainfall increases towards the south. The central and the northern part have extremely dry desert areas such as the Nubian Desert to the northeast and the Bayuda Desert to the east; in the south there are swamps and rain forest. Sudan's rainy season lasts for about three months (July to September) in the north, and up to six months (June to November) in the south. The dry regions are plagued by sandstorms, known as haboob, which can completely block out the sun. In the northern and western semi-desert areas, people rely on the scant rainfall for basic agriculture and many are nomadic, traveling with their herds of sheep and camels. Nearer the River Nile, there are well-irrigated farms growing cash crops. The sunshine duration is very high all over the country but especially in deserts where it could soar to over 4,000 h per year. There are several dams on the Blue and White Niles. Among them are the Sennar and Roseries Dams on the Blue Nile, and the Jebel Aulia Dam on the White Nile. There is also Lake Nubia on the Sudanese-Egyptian border. Rich mineral resources are available in Sudan including asbestos, chromium, cobalt, copper, gold, granite, gypsum, iron, kaolin, lead, manganese, mica, natural gas, nickel, petroleum, silver, tin, uranium and zinc. Total Area: 188,200 sq km2 (3rd in Africa and 16th in the world), only 20% is cultivated. Official languages: Arabic / Second language : English Population: more than 33 million, with a growth rate of 1.844%. Total Area: 188,200 sq. km2 (3rd in Africa and 16th in the world), only 20% is cultivated. GDP: $ 85.3 Billion. Water Resources: The River Nile and its tributaries in addition to the renewable ground water, the Red Sea and rain falls. Minerals: Gold, Iron, Copper, etc. Nature: The mountains, the forests, the desert, the valleys, the creeks and the natural reserves. Administrative Divisions: composed of 18 states, ruled by elected governors (Wali). Capital: Khartoum is the capital and largest city of Sudan and the state of Khartoum . It is located at the confluence of the White Nile and the Blue Nile, The location where the two Niles meet at Al-Mugran (the confluence ). The main Nile continues to flow north towards Egypt and the Mediterranean Sea . The Legislative branches: The Legislative Council

Agriculture is the leading and most reliable sector in the expected development renaissance in Sudan, as it represents about 31.6% of the GDP, contributing about 9% of the country's non-oil exports. 50.23% of the population works in the agricultural field Total area = 600 million acres The area of arable land = 200 million acres Cultivated area annually = 40 million feddans Investment promotion policies and regulations Economic liberalization policies led to the transition from a command economy to a market economy to enhance investment and foreign trade. These regulations resulted in: Abolishing taxes on raw agricultural products. Abolishing export taxes on agricultural commodities. Supporting agricultural inputs and reducing financing costs. The lack of a specific financing limit for the agricultural sector. Agricultural sector policies. Agricultural revival program. The agricultural revival program aims to: Abolishing taxes on raw agricultural products Abolishing export taxes on agricultural commodities Supporting agricultural inputs and reducing financing costs The lack of a specific financing limit for the agricultural sector Agricultural sector policies Agricultural revival program The agricultural revival program aims to: Achieving food security Reducing poverty by 15% Increasing productivity and raising the efficiency of agricultural production and processing Development of plant, animal and agricultural exports as renewable natural resources instead of relying on oil and other non-renewable resources Development and protection of natural resources to maintain their sustainability and vitality Achieve balanced development in all regions to encourage settlement in Rural incentives to achieve successful agricultural investment as part of the agrarian revitalization program allocate a large percentage of the program’s budget to rehabilitate infrastructure in agricultural areas (39%) Reduce medium and long-term financing costs Increase the agricultural bank’s capital to meet program needs Recovery and full exemption from taxes and fees for the agricultural sector Investment systems Direct investment: It includes investment by companies and individuals for a period ranging between 30-90 years. Investment through financing formulas: through agreements between investors and existing projects to produce the required crops according to the agreed financing formula. Investment partnership: by signing an agreement between the Arab investor and the local partner to implement the project according to each party's share in the investment capital. Investment through the BOT system: which gives projects all guarantees, advantages and facilities for investment. Bilateral investment: through bilateral agreements between governments, opportunities for agricultural investment (1) Field crops (a) irrigated field crops wheat, cotton, peanuts, corn, sunflower, fodder (b) rainfed crops sesame, groundnuts, sunflower, cotton, millet, hibiscus, sorghum and maize (2) production of export horticultural crops vegetables and their concentrates of fruits And their concentrates I cut flowers (3) Organic agriculture There is a potential for the production of horticultural and field crops in many fields, in particular: Gash Delta Tokar Delta (4) Processing horticultural crops Dried vegetables Tomato concentrates (5) Production and export of fodder includes: Establishing projects for the production of fodder in Baal areas (alfalfa and maize) Establish units for cutting and packing corn cane and millet in rainfed areas, especially in mechanized agricultural projects. Establishing projects in mechanized agricultural areas for the production of sorghum and yellow corn for export and fodder (6) Sugar production Production of sugar (sugar cane) in the states of the White Nile, Blue Nile and Sennar Sugar beet production in the Gezira and Northern State project (7) Production of bio-energy from agricultural products and their offal This includes: corn, soybeans, grain crops and sugar cane by-products of sugar cane Such as molasses, bagasse, residues of wheat, corn, millet and peanuts (8) Forest production Production, processing and export of gum arabic and other types of gum Production and processing of sawn wood for the production of plywood, compressed wood, furniture, wood pulp for the manufacture of paper, pencils and cardboard Growing mulberry trees Breeding silkworms to produce natural silk Cultivation of eucalyptus trees to extract essential oils for medicinal purposes (9) Production of natural honey Production and marketing of beehives Production and marketing of beehives Manufacture of cosmetics Treatment with bee sting and other apiary products (10) Medicinal and aromatic plants which include: Cultivation of senna and black cumin And hibiscus, anise, garlic and fennel. (11) Industry of agricultural inputs, certified seeds, fertilizers, insecticides, burlap packing bags (12) Automation of agriculture, manufacturing of agricultural machinery and equipment. (13) Post-harvest services, preparation of folders, sorting and grading centers, packing vegetables and fruits, dry cooled transport, refrigerated tanks and warehouses, strategic partnership with existing projects (1) Island project: total area: 924 thousand hectares, surface irrigation system, availability of irrigation infrastructure and support services, crop rotation ( Cotton, wheat, sorghum, peanuts and vegetables) Partnership required in the agricultural cycle (sorghum, sorghum, sugar beet) (2) Al Rahad Agricultural Project: Total area: 126 thousand hectares. Irrigation pumps from the Blue Nile Availability of irrigation infrastructure and support services Crop rotation (corn, peanuts, cotton, wheat and vegetables) The required partnership in crop rotation (corn, sugar beet, sunflower) (3) The Suki agricultural project Total area: 33.5 thousand hectares of irrigation pumps Blue Nile Availability of irrigation infrastructure and support services Crop rotation (corn, groundnuts, cotton, sunflowers and vegetables) A partnership is required in crop rotation and maize (4) Halfa agricultural project: Total area: 189 thousand hectares. Surface irrigation system Availability of irrigation infrastructure and support services Crop rotation (wheat, sorghum, groundnuts, cotton and vegetables) The required partnership in the agricultural cycle (cotton, vegetables, sunflower and maize)

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