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Sudan scores 87/100 for spiritual infrastructure based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
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Mosque Density
Exceptional
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Halal Access
Universal
North AfricaRanked #20 Overall
Sudan
A deeply Muslim Arabic-speaking country, but current instability, weaker utilities, and economic pressure make relocation high-risk.
Global Rank
#20
Overall Score
92 /100
Overall ScoreA+
92/100
Not recommended
Not recommended for relocation
The U.S. State Department lists Sudan as Level 4: Do Not Travel due to unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines, and health threats. Embassy operations in Khartoum have been suspended since April 2023 due to armed conflict.
Do not plan relocation while this advisory and conflict environment remain in place.
U.S. State Department Sudan Travel Advisory (October 15, 2025)Relocation Planner
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Estimated Monthly Budget
- Core monthly
- $2,101
- Rent
- $884
- Food
- $882
- Transport
- $214
- Utilities
- $63
- Internet
- $59
With 2 children, international school can add about $277/mo. Daycare can add about $179/mo.
Passport Fit
More paperwork
Sudan scores 48/100 for entry access and 50/100 for residency feasibility for United States passport holders in this model. Long-term permission still depends on the chosen visa or residence route.
Entry
48/100
Residency
50/100
City Read
Uses Livingcost city-level data for Khartoum; compare it against the national snapshot before choosing neighborhoods.
City costs use Livingcost city data. Currency conversion uses USD exchange rates updated April 30, 2026.
Move Snapshot
Key relocation dataEconomics
- Cost of Living
- $850/mo
- Avg Monthly Pay
- $142 after tax
- Avg Monthly Rent
- $405 incl. utilities
- City Rent
- $534/mo 1BR
- Budget Rent
- $257/mo 1BR
- Food
- $308/mo
- Transport
- $85/mo
- GDP/Capita
- $985
- Currency
- Sudanese pound (SDG)
- USD Rate
- Floating SDG; check live rate
- Resources
- Petroleum, iron, copper, chromium, zinc, gold, hydropower
- Industries
- Oil, textiles, cement, sugar, refining, pharma
- Agriculture
- Sugar cane, sorghum, milk, groundnuts, sesame, wheat
Demographics & Culture
- Muslim Pop.
- Muslim majority
- Language
- Arabic, English
- English
- 93.7%
- Population
- 50.4M
- Best Cities
- Khartoum, Omdurman, Port Sudan
Infrastructure
- Utilities
- $30.4/mo
- Internet Cost
- $60.5/mo
- Internet
- 12.3M users in notes
Living Conditions
- Residency
- 48/100
- Immigration
- Visa/residence routes; high instability risk
- Citizenship
- Descent route; naturalization after 10 years; no dual citizenship
- Weather
- Hot, dry; rainy season varies
- Natural Risk
- Dust storms, persistent droughts
- Life Exp.
- 66.3 yrs
- Freedom
- 3.98/10
- Daycare
- $80.5/mo
- Intl. School
- $1618/yr
- Govt.
- Presidential republic in notes
- Legal System
- Islamic law and English common law
Family & Education
Healthcare, schooling, infrastructure, safety, utilities, and everyday livability.
Category Score38/100
Cost of Living
Category Score49/100
Score Breakdown
Updated Jan 2024Spiritual Infrastructure
87/100Healthcare Quality
38/100Visa Accessibility
50/100Cost of Living
49/100Entry Access
48/100Data Sources
Compact profile data imported from HijrahRank notes.
Popular Immigration Pathway
Visa / residence permit
Sudan scores 50/100 for visa accessibility based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
Visa Duration
Renewable
Key Requirement
Eligibility review
Family Inclusion
Spouse & Children
+ Property Purchase Allowed+ Bring Dependents+ Tax-free Remittance
*Faith & Family Environment
Halal Ecosystem
Strict halal certification and broad grocery access support everyday confidence.
Widespread Mosques
Visible masjids and prayer spaces are accessible in major residential areas.
Modesty Norms
Public culture generally accommodates Islamic dress and family expectations.
Islamic Schooling
Faith-centered schooling options are easier to find in larger cities.
Global Index
Global Index
A high-level read on how the country performs for hijrah planning when faith environment, livability, residency, economics, and passport access are considered together.
Sudan scores 87/100 for spiritual infrastructure based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
Metric Score
#20
58/100 overall score
Related Signal
Healthcare Quality: 38/100
Data Notes
- Spiritual Infrastructure score: 87/100
- Recommended cities: Khartoum, Omdurman, Port Sudan
- Healthcare Quality score: 38/100
Sources
Compact profile data imported from HijrahRank notes.
Economic Freedom
Economic Freedom & Workability
How much room a relocating household has to earn, bank, budget, run a business, work remotely, or sustain a foreign-income lifestyle without the move becoming financially brittle.
Sudan scores 49/100 for cost of living based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
Metric Score
49
/100 based on Cost of Living
Related Signal
Entry Access: 48/100
Data Notes
- Cost of Living score: 49/100
- Recommended cities: Khartoum, Omdurman, Port Sudan
- Entry Access score: 48/100
Sources
Compact profile data imported from HijrahRank notes.
Spiritual Infrastructure
Spiritual Infrastructure
The everyday Muslim-life layer: masjid access, halal ecosystem, public comfort practicing Islam, family religious environment, and the depth of Muslim community life.
Sudan scores 87/100 for spiritual infrastructure based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
Metric Score
87
/100 based on Spiritual Infrastructure
Related Signal
Visa Accessibility: 50/100
Data Notes
- Spiritual Infrastructure score: 87/100
- Recommended cities: Khartoum, Omdurman, Port Sudan
- Visa Accessibility score: 50/100
Sources
Compact profile data imported from HijrahRank notes.
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
Whether housing, schooling, healthcare, transport, imported goods, and normal family expenses are realistic for the kinds of income a mover is likely to have.
Sudan scores 49/100 for cost of living based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
Metric Score
49
/100 based on Cost of Living
Related Signal
Healthcare Quality: 38/100
Data Notes
- Cost of Living score: 49/100
- Recommended cities: Khartoum, Omdurman, Port Sudan
- Healthcare Quality score: 38/100
Sources
Compact profile data imported from HijrahRank notes.
Healthcare Quality
Healthcare Quality
A practical view of medical access as part of daily livability: private care availability, major-city service concentration, affordability, and family comfort.
Sudan scores 38/100 for healthcare quality based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
Metric Score
38
/100 based on Healthcare Quality
Related Signal
Cost of Living: 49/100
Data Notes
- Healthcare Quality score: 38/100
- Recommended cities: Khartoum, Omdurman, Port Sudan
- Cost of Living score: 49/100
Sources
Compact profile data imported from HijrahRank notes.
Education
Education & Family Setup
Schooling and child-rearing fit, including international school availability, Islamic schooling options, language environment, family routines, and the cost of education.
Sudan scores 38/100 for healthcare quality based on the compact relocation data available in this profile.
Metric Score
38
/100 based on Healthcare Quality
Related Signal
Spiritual Infrastructure: 87/100
Data Notes
- Healthcare Quality score: 38/100
- Recommended cities: Khartoum, Omdurman, Port Sudan
- Spiritual Infrastructure score: 87/100
Sources
Compact profile data imported from HijrahRank notes.