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Do China passport holders need a visa to visit TD?

Q: Is there a visa on arrival for Chad?

The eVisa system introduced in December 2024 largely replaced visa-on-arrival. Chinese travelers should obtain an eVisa or embassy visa before departure rather than rely on arrival issuance.

Q: How long does the Chad eVisa take?

Standard processing is about 10 business days. Apply at least two weeks before your planned travel date.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Chad?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to Chad.

Q: How much does the Chad eVisa cost?

The government fee is roughly EUR 50–100 depending on the visa type; all-in costs are typically around USD 75–110.

Q: Where do I apply for the Chad eVisa?

Use only the official government portal (evisa.td). Avoid third-party sites that add surcharges.

Chinese ordinary passport holders need a visa for Chad. The easiest route is the Chad eVisa (online system launched in December 2024 via the official portal evisa.td); a traditional embassy visa is the alternative. Chad does not grant visa-free entry to Chinese ordinary passport holders, and China is not on Chad's short list of visa-exempt nationalities. Since 11 December 2024, Chad has operated an electronic visa (eVisa) system through its official government portal (evisa.td), which replaces both the old consular process for many applicants and the previous visa-on-arrival arrangement. Chinese tourists should apply online for a short-stay eVisa before travel, or obtain a traditional visa from a Chadian embassy/consulate. The eVisa is typically valid for 90 days with stays up to 30 days (commonly issued single-entry; multiple-entry options exist at higher tiers), and standard processing is around 10 business days, so apply at least two weeks ahead. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to Chad, and all arriving travelers must register with police within 72 hours of arrival. Travelers should use only the official portal to avoid third-party markups.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa (electronic visa) — tourist/short stay

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry (eVisa valid 90 days)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple-entry available at higher fee tiers / via embassy)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. EUR 50–100 government fee (around USD 75–110 all-in)

consular fee only

Processing time

About 10 business days

standard track

Validity

90 days from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an eVisa

As a Chinese ordinary passport holder, you are not visa-exempt for Chad. Plan to obtain a tourist eVisa before departure via the official portal.

· Pre-travel· Required

/02

Gather required documents

Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with 2+ blank pages, a digital passport photo, passport bio-page scan, hotel booking or invitation letter, return/onward flight itinerary, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· Documents

/03

Apply on the official portal

Go to the official Chad eVisa portal (evisa.td), complete the online form (about 10–15 minutes), and upload your documents. Avoid third-party sites that add surcharges.

· Online· evisa.td

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the government eVisa fee online by card. Apply no later than two weeks before your planned travel date.

· Payment

/05

Receive and print your eVisa

Wait roughly 10 business days for a decision delivered by email. Print the approved eVisa to present on arrival.

· ~10 business days

/06

On arrival in Chad

Present your eVisa, passport and yellow fever certificate at immigration, then register with the police within 72 hours of arrival.

· On arrival· Police registration

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with at least 2 blank pages

required

Approved Chad eVisa (printed copy)

required

Yellow fever vaccination certificate

required

Digital passport-style photo

required

Scan of passport bio-data page

required

Confirmed hotel booking or invitation letter

required

Return or onward flight ticket / itinerary

required

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Police registration within 72 hours of arrival

required

Travel/medical insurance

recommended

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa government fee (short stay)EUR 50–100Varies by visa tier/duration; paid online via official portal

All-in eVisa cost (typical)USD 75–110Includes service/immigration charges depending on tier

Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (clinic-dependent)Mandatory; cost set by your vaccination provider

Total estimateUSD 75 — USD 145incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

~10 business days

Apply via official evisa.td portal at least two weeks before travel; decision by email.

Embassy/consular visa

Varies (often 1–3 weeks)

Traditional visa from a Chadian embassy/consulate; alternative if eVisa unavailable or multiple entry needed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

China not on Chad's visa-exempt list

Chinese ordinary passport holders are not among Chad's visa-exempt nationalities, so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

eVisa system now available

Since December 2024, Chad's eVisa portal lets eligible travelers apply online instead of using embassies or visa-on-arrival.

High

/03

Yellow fever requirement

Chad requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate for entry; lack of one can lead to refusal.

High

/04

Mandatory police registration

All foreign arrivals must register with police within 72 hours of arriving in Chad.

Medium

/05

Apply early

With ~10 business-day processing, applying late can jeopardize travel dates.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

China to Chad route verified

Confirmed China is not visa-exempt for Chad; Chinese ordinary passport holders need a visa, with the eVisa (official portal evisa.td, launched Dec 2024) as the primary route. Verified against Wikipedia visa policy pages and eVisa guides. Yellow fever certificate and 72-hour police registration confirmed.

/09 — The questions