How to get a Chad visa from South Africa

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for South African passport holders travelling to Chad.

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Chad.

Processing time5 working days

Validity30 days

Fee (approx.)$150

Processing time5 working days

Validity30 days

Fee (approx.)$150

Documents South African applicants need to provide.

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.

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.

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 embassy & visa application centers in South Africa.

Address157 Banket Street, Corner Dely Road & Club Avenue Waterkloof, Pretoria.

Phone+27 12 346 6054

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

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

Life expectancy of citizens of Chad at birth is only 48 years, this is due to the regular natural disasters plaguing the country.

Chad is one of the poorest countries in the world.

Chad practices a presidential system of government.

Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Chad visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.