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Do Finland passport holders need a visa to visit TD?

Finnish passport holders need a visa to visit Chad. Since December 2024, Chad has issued an electronic visa (eVisa) through its official portal evisa.td, and as of May 2026 all applications must be filed exclusively online there. Apply before travelling. A Finland ordinary passport holder cannot enter Chad without a visa. Finland is not on Chad's visa-exempt list (which covers roughly 40 mostly African and regional countries for up to 90 days). Chad launched its electronic visa system on 11 December 2024, and following an official notice from the Ministry of Public Security and Immigration in May 2026, visa applications must now be submitted exclusively through the official platform evisa.td. From 21 May 2026 onward, any visa issued outside that official platform no longer permits entry into Chad. Finnish tourists should therefore apply for the eVisa online in advance: create an account, complete the form, upload a passport copy, proof of accommodation, a round-trip ticket and proof of funds, pay the fee, and receive the approved eVisa by email. The standard tourist eVisa is typically single-entry, valid around 30 days with a stay of up to 30 days. All foreign visitors, regardless of nationality, must also complete mandatory police registration within 72 hours of arrival. Carry a passport valid at least six months beyond the intended stay and a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is required for entry to Chad. Because the portal interface is primarily in French and official fee schedules were updated in May 2026, applicants should confirm the current price and processing time on evisa.td before paying.
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
Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short visit
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple entry via embassy)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 100-110 (confirm current rate on evisa.td)
consular fee only
Processing time
Around 5-10 business days
standard track
Validity
30 days from issue / entry window per approval
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
Finland is not on Chad's visa-exempt list, so a Finnish ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa before travel. The eVisa is the standard route for tourists.
· Required for all Finnish travelers· Apply before departure
/02
Gather your documents
Prepare a scanned passport bio page (valid 6+ months), passport photo, proof of accommodation, round-trip flight reservation, proof of sufficient funds, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Digital copies· Yellow fever certificate
/03
Create an account on evisa.td
Go to the official portal evisa.td (interface primarily in French) and register a user account. Avoid third-party sites that add surcharges.
· Official portal only· French language
/04
Complete the online application
Fill in passport, contact, occupation and travel details, select tourism as the purpose, and upload the required documents.
· Select tourism· Upload documents
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the government eVisa fee by card. Confirm the current amount displayed, as fees were updated in May 2026.
· Card payment· Verify current fee
/06
Receive the eVisa and register on arrival
Once approved (typically within about a week), download/print the eVisa emailed to you. After arrival in Chad, complete mandatory police registration within 72 hours.
· Print confirmation· Police registration within 72h
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Finnish passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
required
Completed eVisa application on evisa.td
required
Recent passport-style photograph
required
Scanned passport bio data page
required
Proof of accommodation in Chad
required
Return or onward flight ticket
required
Proof of sufficient funds
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
required
eVisa fee payment (card)
required
Plan for police registration within 72 hours of arrival
required
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Government eVisa fee (tourist, single entry)Approx. USD 100-110Confirm current amount on evisa.td; fee schedule updated May 2026
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries by clinic in FinlandRequired for entry; obtain certificate before travel
Optional agency service feeUSD 0Not needed - apply directly on the official portal to avoid markups
Total estimateUSD 100 — USD 150incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
Around 5-10 business days
Submit the application on evisa.td and await emailed approval; apply at least two weeks before travel.
Embassy/consular visa
Variable, several working days or longer
Alternative route, mainly needed for multiple-entry visas; eVisa is the standard option for tourists.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Finland is not visa-exempt for Chad
Chad waives visas for roughly 40 mostly regional/African countries; Finland is not among them, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
Mandatory online-only eVisa since May 2026
An official notice requires all visa applications to be filed exclusively via evisa.td; visas issued elsewhere no longer permit entry after 21 May 2026.
High
/03
Tourism is an eligible eVisa purpose
Applicants can select tourism, business, conference, study, family visit or transit when applying online.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever requirement
Chad requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for entry, a common reason travelers are turned away if unprepared.
Medium
/05
Mandatory police registration
All foreign visitors must register with police within 72 hours of arrival regardless of nationality.
Low
/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 · major
Finland to Chad route verified
Confirmed via Chad eVisa portal and visa-policy sources that Finnish ordinary passport holders need an eVisa, now filed exclusively on evisa.td following the May 2026 official notice.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Finnish citizens need a visa for Chad?—
Yes. Finland is not on Chad's visa-exempt list, so a Finnish ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa before travelling, normally the eVisa via evisa.td.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Chad?+
How long can I stay in Chad on a tourist eVisa?+
How much does the Chad eVisa cost?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Is there anything to do after I arrive in Chad?+
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