Chad visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Chad

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

  • Valid passport that does not expire for 6 months after the date of exit from Chad. The passport should have two blank pages facing each other.
  • A copy of correctly filled and signed application form.
  • Two coloured passport-sized photographs. The photo must follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Proof of sufficient funds. This is to show that you can cater for yourself for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Photocopies of all the required documents should be made prior to submission.
  • Proof of accommodation.

Chad Visa for South Africans

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.

The southeast of Chad should be avoided by tourists because of the unrest there due to rebel activities and banditry.

Types of Chad Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 working days 30 days
Business visa 5 working days 30 days

General Requirements for Chad Visa

  • Valid passport that does not expire for 6 months after the date of exit from Chad. The passport should have two blank pages facing each other.
  • A copy of correctly filled and signed application form.
  • Two coloured passport-sized photographs. The photo must follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Proof of sufficient funds. This is to show that you can cater for yourself for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Photocopies of all the required documents should be made prior to submission.
  • Proof of accommodation.
Chad Tourist visa Chad Business visa

Chad Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows foreigners to tour the country without restrictions.
  • South Africans with this visa type can visit any tourist attraction for sightseeing and relaxation.
  • You are also allowed to visit friends and relatives with this visa.
  • If you are visiting someone in the country, a letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter should include the home address of the host.
  • If you are in the country for tourism purposes, a copy of confirmed hotel reservation should be presented.
  • People under the age of 20 should ensure they possess a consent form signed by both parents. They should also have the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fees.
  • It is mandatory for visitors to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • Visitors should ensure they are immunized against hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
  • A return ticket to South Africa is needed.
  • You are expected to leave the country at the end of your time in the country.

Chad Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows you to do business in Chad.
  • Holders of this visa can discuss business, negotiate and sign contracts with their partners in Chad.
  • Scientific, educational or business conferences can be attended by holders of this visa.
  • You are required to have the receipt of your paid visa application fee.
  • A letter from your current employer is South Africa clearly stating that he is aware of your business leave and the duration of your stay in the country.
  • With this visa, you are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment.
  • You are also not allowed to take up a course in any of the country’s institution of learning.
  • All visitors are to be vaccinated against hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination should be presented at the embassy.
  • Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • The visa is valid for 30 days.

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 South Africa

Location

Address

Pretoria

157 Banket Street, Corner Dely Road & Club Avenue Waterkloof, Pretoria.

https://www.chadembassy.co.za/

chadembassy@telkomsa.net

+27 12 346 6054

Frequently Asked Questions

Do they speak French in Chad??

Along with Arabic, French is the major language spoken in Chad.

What are some major problems in Chad??

The major problems in Chad are lack of sufficient supply of portable water, improper waste disposal, poor farming practices and desertification.

Why does Chad have a low life expectancy??
Life expectancy of citizens of Chad at birth is only 48 years, this is due to the regular natural disasters plaguing the country.
Is Chad poor??

Chad is one of the poorest countries in the world.

What type of government is Chad??

Chad practices a presidential system of government.