Central African Republic
Chad
Chad visa for citizens of the Central African Republic
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Central African Republic can visit Chad without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chadian citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
ChadCentral African Republic Visa-free, 90 days Central African Republic 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.
For a trip from the Central African Republic to Chad, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 4 November 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 citizens of the Central African Republic can stay in Chad
Citizens of the Central African Republic may stay in Chad for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Chad.
Chad’s neighbours for citizens of the Central African Republic
Cameroon admits citizens of the Central African Republic visa-free. Niger and Sudan require citizens of the Central African Republic to obtain a visa in advance.
Chadian citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
Chadian citizens do not need a visa for the Central African Republic: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between the Central African Republic and Chad.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Chad?
Citizens of the Central African Republic can visit Chad without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of the Central African Republic stay in Chad?
Citizens of the Central African Republic can stay in Chad for up to 90 days.
Do Chadian citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?
Chadian citizens do not need a visa for the Central African Republic: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can citizens of the Central African Republic enter Chad visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Central African Republic can enter Chad without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.