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Chad visa for Beninese citizens
Entry requirement
Beninese citizens do not need a visa for Chad: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chadian citizens travelling to Benin
ChadBenin Visa-free, 90 days Benin visa for citizens of Chad
Travel advice for Chad
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Beninese citizens planning a trip to Chad can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Chad at Level 4, do not travel (updated 27 April 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Chad (updated 6 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Chad (updated 27 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Beninese citizens can stay in Chad
Beninese citizens may stay in Chad for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Chad.
Chad’s neighbours for Beninese citizens
Niger, the Central African Republic and Nigeria admit Beninese citizens visa-free. Sudan requires Beninese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chadian citizens travelling to Benin
Benin admits Chadian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Benin and Chad.
Frequently asked questions
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Chad?
Beninese citizens do not need a visa for Chad: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Beninese citizens stay in Chad?
Beninese citizens can stay in Chad for up to 90 days.
Do Chadian citizens need a visa for Benin?
Benin admits Chadian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Beninese citizens enter Chad visa-free?
Yes, Beninese citizens can enter Chad without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.