Chad visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Singaporeans visiting Chad

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

  • A Singaporean 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, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Chad Visa for Singaporeans

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 30 days +
Business visa 2-7 days 90 days

General Requirements for Chad Visa

  • A Singaporean 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, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • 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 Singaporeans visiting the country for tourism and visitation purposes.
  • Mandatory police registration is required for all foreigners within 72 hours of arrival.
  • There are two types of Chad tourist visas:
    • Single-entry visa: this visa is valid for 30 days and is not extendable. 
    • Multiple-entry visa: this visa is valid for three months but is extendable to 180 days for extra fees.
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination must be provided.
  • Currency restriction for entry into and exit out of  Chad is 5 million CFA. Amounts over 5 million CFA must be declared.
  • First-time tourists must 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).
  • Foreigners are advised to carry a means of identification with them at all times.
  • The Central African CFA franc (XAF) is the official currency. ATMs are unreliable so it is advised to carry enough cash.
  • Exporting local currency is prohibited and the export of foreign currency is limited to the amount declared upon arrival.

Chad Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Singaporeans traveling to Chad for business purposes should apply for the Chad business visa.
  • A business letter from the applicant's company in Singapore or the host company in Chad should be provided.
  • The letter should be printed on company 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 by the applicant, 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.
  • 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 Singapore 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.
  • If there has been a previous dealing between the companies, this should be indicated in a letter.

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 Singapore

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do Singaporeans need visas to Chad?

Yes, Singaporeans are required to apply for a visa to Chad. Visit the Embassy of Chad website or the nearest Chadian embassy or consulate for visa information an application.

How large is Chad?

Chad is the 20th-largest country in the world by area (1,284,000 total sq. km).

What is Chad's religion?

According to the Second General Population Census (2009), approximately 56 percent of the population is Muslim, 23%  percent Roman Catholic, 18 percent Protestant, while a small  proportion  practice indigenous religious beliefs.

What is the official language of Chad?

Chad has two official languages, French and Modern Standard Arabic.