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Chad Visa for United States Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

US citizens can apply for a Chad e-visa online before travel, with approval typically arriving by email within a few business days for about USD 160-180.

Guide last updated October 1, 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.
  • A digital passport photo uploaded during the online application (passport-style, plain background).
  • Scanned copy of your passport bio page and, for some applications, a scanned invitation letter or hotel booking.
  • Proof of sufficient funds and a return/onward ticket may be requested during review or on arrival.
  • Accommodation details (hotel confirmation or host address) entered in the application.
  • Biometrics are not collected online but fingerprints and a photo are typically taken on arrival at N'Djamena airport.
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and checked on arrival; travel health insurance is strongly recommended given limited medical facilities.

Visa types

  • e-Visa tourist: single-entry, valid for use within 90 days of issue, permits a stay of up to 30 days, fee around USD 160.
  • e-Visa business: similar structure to tourist, slightly higher fee around USD 180, requires an invitation letter from a Chadian company or partner.
  • Multiple-entry and longer-validity visas are generally not available through the e-visa system and would need the embassy-based process instead.

How to apply online

  • Apply through Chad's official e-visa portal (evisa.gouv.td or the current government-designated site - verify the URL against the Chadian embassy's listed link before paying, as copycat sites exist).
  • Create an account, fill in personal and travel details, and upload your passport scan and photo.
  • Pay the fee online by credit card, roughly USD 160-180 depending on visa type (fees are typically quoted in USD or CFA francs equivalent).
  • Processing normally takes 3-5 business days; approval arrives as a PDF e-visa sent to your email, which you print and present along with your passport at the airport.
  • If the online system is down or inaccessible, applicants can alternatively apply through a Chadian embassy abroad (e.g., Paris) since there's no Chadian embassy with visa services based in the US.

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist e-visa fee: approximately USD 160.
  • Business e-visa fee: approximately USD 180.
  • No separate VFS/BLS service fee - payment is made directly through the official portal.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 160-190 including minor card processing charges.
  • Standard processing: 3-5 business days; some reports note an expedited option for an extra fee processed within 24-48 hours, though availability varies.

Tips for United States travelers

  • Apply at least 1-2 weeks before travel to leave room for delays or requests for additional documents.
  • Common rejection reasons include blurry photo uploads, passport scans with less than 6 months validity, and missing invitation letters for business visas.
  • Always verify you're on the genuine government e-visa site before entering payment details - unofficial sites charging inflated fees have been reported.
  • Check the US State Department's travel advisory for Chad (typically Level 3-4) for current security conditions before finalizing plans.
  • Extensions beyond 30 days require visiting the immigration directorate in N'Djamena in person with your e-visa and passport.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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