Chad visa requirements for Ethiopians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ethiopians visiting Chad

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Chadian Visa.

  • An Ethiopia passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2'' x 2'') taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Chad Visa for Ethiopians

Facts about Chad

Tourism in Chad is not a major industry but the country still attracts a number of tourists each year. Visitors in Chad are usually excited by the hunting capabilities in the country. Zakouma National Park is also a great destination for tourists. The park is the oldest national park in the country and it houses lions, elephants and a host of other animals.

The country is named after the ‘Lake Chad’ which is the largest wetland in Chad and the second largest in Africa. French and Arabic are the most popular languages in the country. The country has over 200 ethnic groups. Crude oil became the country’s primary source of exporting income in 2003, usurping the cotton industry.

Homosexuality is seriously frowned at in Chad. People caught in this act will serve prison sentence ranging from 3 months to 2 years and incur a fine of between 50,000 and 500,000 CFA. Foreigners should ensure they are in possession of a valid means of identification at all times.

Types of Chad Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 1 week 90 days
Business visa 1 week 90 days

General Requirements for Chad Visa

  • An Ethiopia passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2'' x 2'') taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Chad Tourist visa Chad Business visa

Chad Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Chad tourist visa is available to Ethiopians with the intention of traveling to the country for tourism.
  • This visa is valid for 90 days, however, it is extendable to 180 days with extra fees.
  • Travelers should not that the currency restriction for entry into and exit out of Chad is 5 million CFA. However, foreigners with the amount of more than 5 million CFA must have it declared at the point of entry.
  • The Central African CFA franc is the official currency of Chad. ATMs are unreliable so it is advised that you carry enough cash.
  • Applicants are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
  • If you are touring Chad for the first time, you are required to obtain a registration stamp through the National Police within 72 hours of arrival.
  • Travelers in Chad are advised to avoid the following areas:
    • The Lake Chad area, which shares a water border with Borno, Nigeria, a Boko Haram stronghold.
    • The regions of Ennedi-Est, Ennedi-Ouest, Borkou, and Tibesti.
    • The Presidential Palace Compound on Avenue Felix Eboue in N’Djamena (do not stop your vehicle in front of this compound and avoid driving by it at night).
  • While in Chad, you are required to obey the local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.
  • Travelers are advised to carry their means of identification (passport) at all times. You may be taken in for questioning by the police if you are unable to produce identification on demand.
  • Convictions for possessing, using, and/or trafficking of illegal drugs may result in long prison sentences and heavy fines.
  • Before you can photograph anything, you are required to obtain a permit issued by the Ministry of Public Security and Immigration.
  • It is illegal to take pictures of military sites, official buildings, airports, and public monuments even with a permit. Such sites are not always clearly marked.

Chad Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Ethiopians going on a business trip to Chad should apply for the Chad business visa.
  • A business letter from the applicant's company in Ethiopia or the host company in Chad should be provided.
  • The letter should be printed on the company's letterhead and should be addressed to the Embassy of Chad.
  • The letter should briefly introduce the applicant by specifying employment status/position held in the company, the nature of the business to be conducted, the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Chad, the duration of stay and the sponsor of the trip, etc.
  • The business letter must state if the host in Chad will be financially responsible for the applicant during the duration of the required stay in Chad.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in Ethiopia is required. The letter must state that the employer is aware of the trip the applicant is going on.
  • Proof of sufficient funds must be provided. This should come in the form of a recent bank statement.

Chad Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

250.00 (USD)

Business visa

250.00 (USD)

Chad Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ethiopia

Location

Address

Adis Ababa

Chadian Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia --- Kirkos KK, Kebele 02, House No.168 P.O. Box 1026 Addis Ababa Ethiopia

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ambassadeatchadaddis@hotmail.com

(+251) 113 72 58 87

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main religion of Chad?

Chad is a religiously diverse country. Estimates from Pew Research Center in 2010 found that 55.7% of the population was Muslim, while 22.5% was Catholic and a further 17.6% was Protestant.

How did Chad get its name?

Chad got its name from the Lake Chad. The name Chad is a local word from the Kanuri language meaning "large expanse of water", in other words, a "lake".

What kind of food do they eat in Chad?

Chadian cuisine is the cooking traditions, practices, foods and dishes associated with the Republic of Chad. Chadians use a medium variety of grains, vegetables, fruits and meats. Commonly consumed grains include millet, sorghum, and rice as staple foods. Commonly eaten vegetables include okra and cassava.

What is the capital town of Chad?

N'Djamena is the capital town of Chad.