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South Korea to Chad visa requirements

Q: Is the Chad eVisa mandatory?

Yes. Since 11 May 2026, new visa applications must be filed exclusively online via the official portal evisa.td; visas issued outside it are not valid.

Q: How long can I stay on a Chad tourist eVisa?

The standard tourist eVisa is single entry and allows a stay of up to 30 days, with the visa valid for 30 days from issue.

Q: How much does the Chad eVisa cost and how long does it take?

The government fee is roughly USD 100-107 plus card charges, with processing typically around 10 business days. Apply 2-3 weeks ahead.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. Chad requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate for entry. Get vaccinated at a designated travel clinic and carry the certificate.

Q: Is there anything to do after I arrive?

Yes. All foreign nationals must complete mandatory police registration within 72 hours of arrival in Chad.

South Korean ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Chad. Since 11 May 2026, the only way to obtain a tourist visa is the mandatory electronic visa (eVisa), applied for online before travel via the official portal evisa.td. There is no visa-free entry and no longer a regular embassy sticker visa for ordinary travel. Chad is not a Schengen country and South Korea is not on Chad's visa-exempt list, so a visa is required. Chad launched its electronic visa system on 11 December 2024, and as of 11 May 2026 the eVisa became the mandatory and exclusive channel for new visa applications, submitted only through the official government portal evisa.td. The standard tourist eVisa is single-entry, allowing a stay of up to 30 days and valid for 30 days from issue, with a government fee of roughly USD 100-107 plus card/processing charges. Processing typically takes around 10 business days, so travelers should apply well ahead. On arrival, all foreign nationals must complete mandatory police registration within 72 hours, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry. Travelers should apply only through evisa.td to avoid third-party markups, and ensure their passport is valid for at least six months with blank pages.

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

Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short stay, applied online before travel

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 100-107 government fee (plus card/service charges)

consular fee only

Processing time

Around 10 business days

standard track

Validity

30 days from date of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and documents

Check that your South Korean ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival with at least two blank pages. Chad's eVisa is open to South Korean nationals as a tourist category.

· Passport 6+ months· Ordinary passport

/02

Go to the official portal evisa.td

Access only the official Government of Chad eVisa portal at evisa.td. Since 11 May 2026 this is the mandatory, exclusive channel for new visa applications. Avoid third-party agency sites that add markups.

· evisa.td· Official portal only

/03

Complete the online application

Select the tourism purpose, fill in personal and passport details, and upload a passport bio-page scan, a passport-style photo, proof of accommodation (hotel booking), and a return flight itinerary or proof of funds.

· Photo· Hotel booking· Flight itinerary

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the government eVisa fee (about USD 100-107) by card on the portal. Keep the payment confirmation.

· Card payment· ~USD 107

/05

Wait for approval and receive the eVisa

Processing is typically around 10 business days. The approved eVisa is sent electronically; print a copy to carry with you.

· ~10 business days· Print copy

/06

Enter Chad and register with police

Present the printed eVisa, passport and yellow fever certificate at entry. Complete mandatory police registration within 72 hours of arrival.

· Yellow fever certificate· Police registration 72h

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Chad · Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short stay, applied online before travel

0 / 13 complete

Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSouth Korean ordinary passport valid 6+ months with 2+ blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Chad eVisa printout obtained via evisa.td

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredPassport-style photo (recent, white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScanned passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed hotel/accommodation booking

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredReturn or onward flight itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredCard for online fee payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedPlan for police registration within 72 hours of arrival

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Chad - Wikipedia Chad: Electronic visa becomes mandatory for foreign travelers - VisasNews Chad launches electronic visa system - VisasNews

Application link included: Visa policy of Chad - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa government fee (single entry, tourist)USD 100-107Paid online at evisa.td; exact amount set by Joint Order No. 033 of 2026

Card / payment processing chargeUSD 3-10Bank or gateway surcharge for online card payment

Yellow fever vaccinationKRW 40,000-60,000Cost at a designated travel clinic in South Korea; certificate required for entry

Total estimateUSD 105 — USD 120incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

Around 10 business days

Official evisa.td processing window; apply at least 2-3 weeks before departure to allow for queries.

Early application buffer

3-4 weeks ahead

Recommended lead time to absorb delays, document requests, or payment issues.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

South Korea not on Chad's visa-exempt list

Chad waives visas for roughly 30 mostly African, Caribbean and a few Asian states; South Korea is not among them, so a visa is required.

High

/02

eVisa now mandatory and exclusive

From 11 May 2026, all new Chad visa applications must be filed online via evisa.td; visas issued outside the platform are invalid.

High

/03

Yellow fever certificate required

Chad requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for entry; travelers without it can be refused.

Medium

/04

Mandatory police registration

All foreign nationals must register with police within 72 hours of arrival, an easily overlooked obligation.

Medium

/05

Use of unofficial agent sites

Many third-party sites mimic the portal and charge extra; applying outside evisa.td risks higher fees or invalid visas.

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

South Korea to Chad route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy of Chad and Chad eVisa announcements that South Korean ordinary passport holders require an eVisa, now mandatory and exclusive online via evisa.td since 11 May 2026; single entry, 30-day stay, ~USD 100-107 fee, ~10 business days processing.

/09 — The questions