Carnet de Passages · Sudan
Carnet de Passages (Triptyque) for Sudan — Customs Transit for Your Car
Traveling to Sudan with your car? The Carnet de Passages (Triptyque) is an international customs document that covers the temporary import of your car. It is issued by the Saudi Automobile & Touring Association (SATA).
With the carnet, your car can enter Sudan temporarily without a customs or financial guarantee, provided the car returns before the carnet expires.
What happens after you order?
1A customer service agent contacts you to complete your vehicle details.
2We obtain the carnet from the issuing authority.
3We deliver the carnet to you before your travel date.
Covered vehicles
✓Private vehicles registered to individuals or companies.
✓Heavy vehicles such as trucks and buses.
Issuing authority and validity
- Issuing authority: Saudi Automobile & Touring Association (SATA), a subsidiary of the Saudi Automotive Services Company (SASCO).
- Association memberships: Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), Alliance Internationale de Tourisme (AIT), International Road Transport Union (IRU), and Arab Council of Touring and Automobile Clubs (ACTAC).
- Validity: One year from the date of issue, extendable for one additional year with the approval of customs and the guaranteeing association.
Requirements
- The applicant must be a citizen or resident of Saudi Arabia.
- The vehicle registration (Istimara) must be valid for at least one year.
- The Saudi driver's license must be valid for at least one year.
Required documents
- A copy of the passport data page.
- A copy of the Saudi driver's license.
- A copy of the vehicle registration (Istimara).
- A copy of the National ID or Iqama.
Tip
We recommend getting an International Driving Permit (IDP) so you can drive your car legally in Sudan.
Frequently asked questions
Is the carnet only for private cars?
No. It is issued for private vehicles as well as heavy vehicles such as trucks and buses.
How long is the carnet valid?
One year from the date of issue. It can be extended for one additional year with the approval of customs and the guaranteeing association.
Who issues the carnet?
It is issued by the Saudi Automobile & Touring Association (SATA).
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