Sudan Crime Rate & Safety
Homicide statistics, crime trends, and travel safety for Sudan
Sudan recorded 5.2 intentional homicides per 100,000 people in 2008, a rate that is moderate by global standards. That places Sudan #67 of 195 countries by homicide rate, compared with the Africa average of 7.6 per 100,000 and a world average of 5.2. Homicide rates have risen 10% over the past decade (from 4.7 in 2007). For travelers, the US State Department currently rates Sudan at Level 4 of 4: Do Not Travel.
Homicide Rate
5.2 /100k
Safety Rank
#129 of 195
Travel Advisory
Level 4 of 4
Data Year
2008
Homicide Rate Trend (2007-2008)
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people. Homicide rates have risen 10% over the past decade (from 4.7 in 2007). Source: UNODC via World Bank.
How Sudan Compares
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people, latest available year per country.
Armed Conflict Context
Sudan has recorded battle-related deaths in recent years. Conflict deaths are counted separately from homicides — a country can have a moderate crime rate but significant conflict risk, and travel advisories weigh both.
Battle-Related Deaths
4,680(2024)
Military Spending
0.9% GDP(2021)
Safety for Travelers
Summary of the current US State Department advisory for Sudan:
There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do not travel to Sudan due to risk of unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines, and health risks . Advisory summary The U.S. Embassy in Khartoum suspended its operations in April 2023 due to the outbreak of armed conflict in Sudan. The U.S. government cannot provide routine or emergency consular services to Americans in Sudan due to the current security situation. Do not travel to Sudan for any reason. To report an emergency regarding an American in Sudan, contact: U.S.
Level 1
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 2
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 3
Reconsider Travel
Level 4
Do Not Travel
About This Data
Homicide figures are intentional homicides per 100,000 people, compiled by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and published by the World Bank (indicator VC.IHR.PSRC.P5). Homicide is the most reliably comparable crime statistic across countries because definitions of other offences (assault, theft, robbery) vary widely between national legal systems and reporting practices.
Travel advisory levels are issued by the US Department of State and updated continuously. They reflect risks to travelers including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health, and natural disasters — not only crime rates. Countries report crime data with different lags; the most recent available year is shown for each metric.
Sudan Population & Demographics
Population of 50,448,963, growth trends, economy, and more.
Crime & Safety in Neighboring Countries
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sudan safe to visit?
The US State Department rates Sudan at Level 4 of 4 (Do Not Travel). The homicide rate of 5.2 per 100,000 is moderate by global standards.
What is the crime rate in Sudan?
Sudan has an intentional homicide rate of 5.2 per 100,000 people (2008, World Bank/UNODC), ranking #67 of 195 countries.
What is the US travel advisory level for Sudan?
Sudan is currently at Level 4: Do Not Travel. Advisory levels range from Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) to Level 4 (Do Not Travel).
How does crime in Sudan compare to other countries?
Sudan's homicide rate of 5.2 per 100,000 is below the world average of 5.2 and below the Africa average of 7.6.