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Chad Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Canadian citizens need an e-Visa for Chad — apply online in advance; fee is about USD 140–160 for a single-entry visa, processing typically 3-5 business days.

Guide last updated September 29, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Digital passport-style photo
  • Scanned biodata page of your passport
  • Proof of onward/return travel
  • Invitation letter or proof of accommodation
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
  • Travel health insurance is strongly recommended given very limited medical infrastructure
  • No biometrics required online; photo and fingerprints may be captured on arrival at N'Djamena airport

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa: single entry, valid for a stay of up to 30–90 days depending on the category selected at application
  • Business e-visa: requires supporting invitation documentation from a Chadian company or organization
  • Multiple-entry visa: available at a higher fee, typically arranged through a Chadian embassy (e.g., in the United States or France) rather than the e-visa portal, since Chad has no embassy in Canada

How to apply online

  • Apply through Chad's official e-visa application site (accessed via the nearest Chadian diplomatic mission's referral, as the portal is centrally managed)
  • Complete the form with passport, travel, and accommodation/invitation details
  • Upload your photo, passport scan, and yellow fever certificate
  • Pay online by credit card; fees are typically USD 140–160 for a single-entry visa
  • Processing typically takes 3–5 business days, though can extend during high-demand periods or if documents need clarification
  • Print the approval and carry it with your passport and yellow fever certificate; some travelers are asked to present both at check-in and on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • Single-entry e-visa fee: approximately USD 140–160
  • No separate service center fee since application is made directly online
  • Standard processing: 3–5 business days
  • No official express option; apply at least 3 weeks before travel given Chad's limited consular capacity
  • Total cost is the visa fee plus any bank card foreign-transaction charges

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Check current Canadian government travel advisories — Chad carries an advisory against non-essential travel for much of the country and against all travel to border regions
  • Secure your yellow fever certificate and any invitation letter well in advance, since incomplete documentation is the most common cause of delay
  • Register with Global Affairs Canada before travel given the security context
  • Keep printed copies of all documents, since internet connectivity to verify e-visas can be unreliable
  • Since Chad has no embassy in Canada, budget extra time for communication with the relevant mission abroad if questions arise during processing

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.