Visa Information
Visa required. Apply at Chadian embassy.
Apply at embassy with passport, photos, invitation letter, and yellow fever certificate.
- Very difficult visa process.
- Check security situation carefully.
- French and Arabic are essential.
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Safety & Health
SERIOUS SECURITY CONCERNS. Armed groups, banditry, and terrorism in many regions. Lake Chad area has Boko Haram activity. N'Djamena is relatively calmer but crime exists. Extremely limited tourist infrastructure.
- Military checkpoint bribes.
- Overcharging foreigners.
- Malaria prophylaxis essential.
- Drink bottled water.
- Extremely limited medical facilities.
- Yellow Fever mandatory.
- Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Meningitis recommended.
- Malaria prophylaxis essential.
MOST GOVERNMENTS ADVISE AGAINST TRAVEL to most of Chad. Armed conflict, terrorism, and banditry. Travel only with experienced guides and security arrangements.
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Cultural Tips
- The Ennedi Plateau has stunning rock formations if security allows.
- Zakouma National Park has recovered elephant populations.
- Experience the cultural diversity — over 200 ethnic groups.
- Don't travel without proper security arrangements.
- Don't photograph military.
- Don't discuss politics.
Small tips appreciated where services exist.
Modest. Cover up in Muslim areas (most of the country).
Muslim majority in north, Christian in south. Respect both traditions. Very conservative in northern regions.
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