Chad visa requirements for Mauritanians
Travel and visa requirements
Chadian Visa is not required for Mauritanians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- According to the immigration department in Chad, Nationals of Mauritania hoping to travel to Chat do not require a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Intending visitors must have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Chad. The passport must have at least two blank pages.
- Visitors are also expected to have an onward or return tickets and any other documents pertinent to their next destination.
- All tourists visiting Chad will be required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- An airport tax of XAF 5,000 and a security tax of XAF 3,000 is levied on tourist when exiting Chad. Students and Diplomatists are exempt from this tax.
- Mauritanians visiting Chad with pets must be accompanied by a veterinarian good health certificate issued at point of origin and a rabies vaccination certificate is also required.
- Mandatory police registration is required for all visitors within 72 hours of arrival.
- Intending visitors can get to N'Djamena, Chad from any international airport in Mauritania. There are international airports in Nouadhibou and Nouakchott.
- Royal Air Maroc, Mauritanian Airlines International and EgyptAir are some of the carriers that fly from Mauritania to Chad.
- The estimated flight duration from Nouadhibou to N'Djamena, Chad is 12 hours, 45 minutes and 10 hours, 25 minutes from Nouakchott.
- Chad has a hot and tropical climate, the southern rainy season is from May-October, and the central rains from June-September. The north has very little rain all year. The dry season is often windy, and cooler during the evenings.
- The best time to visit Chad is from the dry season months of November to May, you will enjoy spectacular game viewing opportunities during this period.
- While Chad is home to diverse religious demography, Islam is currently the religion practised by a vast majority of Chad’s population.
- The time zone currently in use in Chad is the West Africa Standard Time ( GMT+1 ), which puts Chad an hour ahead of Mauritania.
- Moving around in Chad is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes minibuses - as there are no trains in Chad, it is the most convenient way to get around N'Djamena-, Chad taxis, car rentals and domestic flights.
- The power and socket plug used in Chad are of Type D and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Chad has two official languages, French and Modern Standard Arabic, and over 120 indigenous languages.
- Jarret de boeuf, La Bouillie and Esh are common dishes in Chad that tourists can try out.
- In business and trade situations, Chadian Arabic is often used as a lingua franca. In N'Djamena, the capital city, some people will speak English as well as French and Arabic; however, it is advised to learn basic phrases in French and Arabic to help navigate communication with the people.
- Zakouma National Park, Abeche market and National Museum are tourists sites to visit in Chad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chad safe for tourist visit?
There has been a significant increase in crime rate in Chad. Violent crimes, such as armed robbery, carjacking, and muggings, have also been reported. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting foreigners, local security forces, and civilians.
What is the climatic condition in Chad?
Chad has mostly hot and tropical seasons. The southern rainy season is from May to October and the central rains from June-September. The north has very little rain all year. The dry season is often windy, and cooler during the evenings.
What is a typical cuisine in Chad?
Millet, sorghum and rice grains cooked in various ways are what make up the most of Chad's cuisine. Jarret de boeuf, La Bouillie and Esh are common dishes in Chad that tourists can try out.