Chad visa requirements for Laotians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Laotians visiting Chad

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

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stickers.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Recently taken passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches) in size and taken in white background.
  • A complete travel document.
  • Proof of financial status to cover your entire duration of stay in Chad.
  • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations In Chad.
  • A letter of invitation from a host in Chad.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to show you have the intention to return back to Laos after the expiry of your visa.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
  • A cover letter showing the applicant’s purpose of travel to Chad.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • A notarized letter of authorization signed by both parents for minors traveling without their parents. 

Chad Visa for Laotians

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 2-7 Days 90 Days
Business visa 2-7 Days 90 Days

General Requirements for Chad Visa

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stickers.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Recently taken passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches) in size and taken in white background.
  • A complete travel document.
  • Proof of financial status to cover your entire duration of stay in Chad.
  • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations In Chad.
  • A letter of invitation from a host in Chad.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to show you have the intention to return back to Laos after the expiry of your visa.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
  • A cover letter showing the applicant’s purpose of travel to Chad.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • A notarized letter of authorization signed by both parents for minors traveling without their parents. 
Chad Tourist visa Chad Business visa

Chad Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Chad tourist visa is a visa issued to Laotians visiting Chad for tourism, visitation, sight-seeing, tour and other recreational purposes.
  • Chad tourist visa is valid for a duration of 90 days and it can be extendable if a need for an extension arises.
  • A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required for foreigners traveling to Chad.
  • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations for your entire duration of stay in Chad.
  • A duly completed and signed tourist visa application form.
  • A letter of invitation from a friend or relative in Chad.
  • Applicants must declare amounts over 5 million CFA upon entry and exit in Chad.
  • A passport with six months validity and two blank pages for visa stamps is required.
  • Three passport photographs taken within the last six months and with a white background is required.
  • Applicants visiting Chad for the first time are required to obtain a registration stamp through the national police within 72 hours of arrival in Chad.
  • Foreigners are advised to carry a means of identification with them at all times and when visiting tourist attractions to avoid been harassed by the police.
  • Recent bank statements to show proof of sufficient funds while in Chad.
  • Proof of paid visa application fee.
  • A copy of your round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of your trip. The itinerary must contain the applicant full name.






Chad Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Chadian business visa is a visa issued to foreigners who intend to visit Chad for business purposes.
  • Laotians in Chad on a business visa can attend seminars, exhibitions, trade fairs, sign business deals and meet with business associates.   
  • A business letter of invitation from the company in Chad is required.
  • The letter should be printed on company’s letterhead, addressed to the Embassy of Chad and contain the entry and exit dates of the applicant.
  • A fully completed and signed Chadian business visa application form is required.
  • A passport with six months validity and blank pages for visa stamps is required.
  • The applicant previously used passport is required. This is needed to track the applicant’s travel history.
  • A letter written by the applicant's employer in Laos is needed. The letter should introduce the applicant by specifying his/her current job position in the company, the nature of the business to be conducted while in Chad, the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Chad and the duration of stay.
  • A letter stating in the company in Chad or the applicant's employer in Laos is sponsoring the business trip must also be submitted.   
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer Laos is required. The letter must state that the employer is aware of the trip the applicant is going on.
  • Recent bank statements to show proof of financial status while in Chad.
  • Proof of previous business dealings between the company in Chad and the company in Laos is required.
  • A certificate of yellow fever vaccination and a medical certificate stating that the applicant is free from contagious diseases is required.
  • Proof of paid visa application fee.

Chad Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

150.00 (USD)

Business visa

150.00 (USD)

Chad Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Laos

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There is currently no embassy of Chad in Laos. Laotians who intend to visit Chad can apply for a visa in a Chad embassy or consulate in a nearby country.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of economy does Chad have?

Chad has a mixed economic system in which much of the population relies on subsistence farming and livestock, but private sector development depends on foreign capital. Chad is a member of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS).

What are Chad main exports?

Chad's main exports are Crude Petroleum ($980M), Insect Resins ($28.4M), Oily Seeds ($24.5M), Raw Cotton ($19M) and Propylene Polymers ($1.82M). 

What is Chad known for?

Chad is often referred to as the “Dead Heart of Africa” due to its distance from the sea and desert climate. Lake Chad is the second-largest in Africa and the largest in Chad. N'Djamena is the largest city and was known as Fort-Lamy.

What vaccination do I need to travel to Chad?

Foreigners visiting Chad are required to show a certificate of yellow fever vaccination, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio and measles. 

What is the currency used in Chad?

The official currency used in Chad is the Central African CFA franc and foreigners are advised to carry cash as ATMs are not reliable.