How do I call Sudan from South Africa?

To call Sudan from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +249, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 91 123 1234, you would dial: 00 249 91 123 1234.

What is the country calling code for Sudan when calling from South Africa?

The country calling code for Sudan is +249. To call Sudan from South Africa, dial +249 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Sudan in?

Sudan is in the UTC+03:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Sudan?

The official currency of Sudan is the Sudanese pound (ج.س). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Sudan?

The capital city of Sudan is Khartoum. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Sudan when calling from South Africa?

To make affordable calls to Sudan from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +249 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Sudan when calling from South Africa?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Sudan from South Africa. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call Sudan from South Africa?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 1h destination ahead. A practical window in South Africa is 08:00-17:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Sudan.

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How to Call Sudan from South Africa

Calling Sudan from South Africa: 00 249 [local number].

Sudan Country Code: +249

ISO: SD

SDN

Quick answer

To call Sudan from South Africa, dial 00, then 249, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 249 91 123 1234.

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Dialing format

00 249 91 123 1234

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Sudan correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Sudan - whether you’re calling Khartoum or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Sudan from South Africa

International Guide

Dial the exit code for South Africa

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for South Africa.

Add Sudan's country code

Dial the country code +249 for Sudan.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Sudan (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 249 [local number] - For example: 00 249 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0024991 123 1234

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+24991 123 1234

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Calling Sudan from South Africa: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+249

Capital of Sudan

Khartoum

Region

Africa (Northern Africa)

Currency of Sudan

Sudanese pound (ج.س)

Sudan Time Zones

UTC+03:00

Current time

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Sudan at a Glance

Sudan, located in Northern Africa, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Khartoum, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 52M.

The official currency is the Sudanese pound (ج.س). When calling Sudan, the country code is +249. The country observes the UTC+03:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Arabic, English.

Destination Calling Profile: Sudan

Population

52M

Population Rank

#26 of 230

Language Footprint

Arabic, English

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+03:00

City/Area Code Coverage

11 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Sudan currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +249.

Route Profile: South Africa to Sudan

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 249 91 123 1234

Capital Time Difference

1h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

08:00-17:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Sudanese pound (ج.س)

Primary languages: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu) and Sudan (Arabic, English).

Shared language overlap: English. Primary timezones: South Africa (UTC+02:00) and Sudan (UTC+03:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to Sudan

Use this route profile to plan a real call from South Africa to Sudan, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

South Africa

Sudan

South Africa exit code: 00Sudan calling code: +249Time difference: 1h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +249 before the local Sudan number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while Sudan's is UTC+03:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 08:00-17:00.

Dialing from South Africa

South Africa callers are represented by ZA/ZAF, with Pretoria as a capital reference point, Southern Africa, 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +27. Origin time zones: UTC+02:00.

Sudan dialing details

Sudan is represented here by SD/SDN, Khartoum, Northern Africa, about 52M people, Sudanese pound (ج.س), and primary language context of Arabic, English.

Destination calling code: +249. Destination time zones: UTC+03:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to Sudan call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with Sudan's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 1h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 08:00-17:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 249 local number. Business-hour window: 08:00-17:00. Time relationship: 1h destination ahead.

Destination market: Sudan is in Northern Africa, with Khartoum as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 52M. Primary language context: Arabic, English. Local billing and everyday prices use Sudanese pound (ج.س).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; Sudan is listed in Northern Africa with about 52M. The route has shared language overlap in English. Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and Sudanese pound (ج.س) in Sudan.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +249, then the Sudan local number.Pretoria to Khartoum has a 1h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.South Africa and Sudan share English, which can make customer-support or family calls easier to coordinate.For Sudan, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Sudan

11 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Atbara	249-21	+249-21 [local number]
Elobeid	249-81	+249-81 [local number]
Jedaraf	249-441	+249-441 [local number]
Kassala	249-41	+249-41 [local number]
Khartoum	249-183	+249-183 [local number]
Kosti	249-71	+249-71 [local number]
Modurman	249-11	+249-11 [local number]
Port Sudan	249-31	+249-31 [local number]
Sennar	249-61	+249-61 [local number]
Shetnzi	249-616	+249-616 [local number]
Wadmedai	249-51	+249-51 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.