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Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit TD?

Yes, UK passport holders need a visa for Chad. Since 11 December 2024 you can apply online for a Chad eVisa via the official government portal (evisa.td), which is the most practical route for tourists. A traditional sticker visa from a Chadian embassy/consulate remains available as an alternative. Chad is not visa-free for British (United Kingdom) ordinary passport holders, and there is no visa-on-arrival or bilateral visa waiver. The UK is not on Chad's short visa-exempt list. The UK FCDO travel advice confirms a visa is mandatory for all British travelers. On 11 December 2024 Chad launched a government electronic visa (eVisa) system at the official portal evisa.td, allowing travelers to apply online, pay, and receive a printable visa to present on arrival. The standard tourist eVisa is typically single-entry, valid for a 30-day stay, and costs roughly USD 100-107 in government and service charges, with processing generally quoted at around 10 working days. Note that the official portal interface is primarily in French and has been reported as occasionally unreliable, so allow extra time and keep the embassy route as a backup. A passport valid at least six months beyond arrival with two blank pages is required, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is needed, and all travelers must register with police (Commissariat Central) within 72 hours of arrival. Verdict: eVisa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (electronic visa); traditional embassy visa also available
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry (standard tourist eVisa)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (standard eVisa)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 100-107 (government fee; service portals charge more)
consular fee only
Processing time
Around 10 working days (allow 5-15)
standard track
Validity
Use within validity window; 30-day stay from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa and gather documents
As a UK passport holder you must obtain a visa before travel. Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with two blank pages, a digital passport photo, accommodation/hotel booking, return flight itinerary, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Passport 6+ months· 2 blank pages
/02
Go to the official Chad eVisa portal
Open the government eVisa platform at evisa.td (the official site launched on 11 December 2024). The interface is primarily in French. Avoid third-party sites that add large service fees unless you specifically want assistance.
· evisa.td· Official only
/03
Complete the online application
Fill in your personal details, passport data and travel information, and upload the required documents and photo. The form takes roughly 10-15 minutes to complete.
· 10-15 min
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the eVisa fee (approximately USD 100-107) by card on the secure portal. Keep the payment confirmation.
· Card payment
/05
Wait for processing and download your eVisa
Processing is generally quoted at around 10 working days (allow 5-15). Once approved, download and print the eVisa. Apply well ahead of departure as the portal can be slow or unreliable.
· ~10 working days
/06
Enter Chad and register with police
Present your printed eVisa and passport on arrival at N'Djamena. If staying more than 72 hours, register with the police at the Commissariat Central as required for all nationalities.
· Police registration <72h
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival date
required
At least two blank visa pages in passport
required
Approved and printed Chad eVisa (or embassy sticker visa)
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
required
Recent passport-style digital photograph
required
Confirmed hotel/accommodation booking
required
Return or onward flight itinerary
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Plan to register with police within 72 hours of arrival
recommended
Copies (digital and paper) of all documents
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Chad eVisa government fee~USD 107Charged on the official evisa.td portal
Embassy single-entry visa (alternative)Varies by consulateApply via Chadian Embassy (France/Belgium) if not using eVisa
Third-party service fee (optional)EUR 90-145+Only if using an assisted visa service instead of applying directly
Yellow fever vaccination~GBP 60-85If not already vaccinated; required for entry
Total estimateUSD 107 — USD 160incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Chad eVisa (online)
~10 working days (allow 5-15)
Apply online at evisa.td, pay, and download the printable visa. Most practical route for UK tourists.
Embassy/consulate sticker visa
Several working days to weeks
Apply in person or by post via the Chadian Embassy in France or Belgium (no Chadian embassy in the UK). Useful as a backup if the eVisa portal fails.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Apply early due to portal reliability
The official eVisa portal is primarily in French and has been reported as occasionally unreliable, with email verification and technical issues. Start the process well before departure.
High
/02
Yellow fever certificate required
A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is needed to enter Chad; without it you may be refused entry or vaccinated at the border.
High
/03
Mandatory police registration
All travelers staying more than 72 hours must register with the police at the Commissariat Central, separate from the visa itself.
Medium
/04
Use only official channels
Many lookalike sites charge inflated fees. Apply at evisa.td or through the official embassy to avoid overpaying.
Medium
/05
Single-entry limitation
The standard tourist eVisa is single entry; if you plan to leave and re-enter Chad you will need a different visa type.
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
United Kingdom to Chad route verified
Confirmed visa required for UK ordinary passport holders. Chad eVisa (launched 11 December 2024, portal evisa.td) verified as primary route; embassy visa remains an alternative. Fee approx. USD 107, 30-day single-entry stay. Cross-checked UK FCDO travel advice and Chad visa policy.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UK citizens need a visa to visit Chad?—
Yes. British (United Kingdom) ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to Chad for tourism. The UK is not on Chad's visa-exempt list and there is no visa on arrival.
Can I get a Chad visa online?+
How much does the Chad eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay in Chad on a tourist eVisa?+
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