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Mexico to Chad visa requirements

Yes, a visa is required. Mexican ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for Chad and must obtain a Chad eVisa online before travel via the official portal evisa.td. Mexico is not on Chad's visa-exemption list, so Mexican ordinary passport holders need a visa for any tourist visit. Since the launch of Chad's electronic visa on 11 December 2024 and the mandatory transition completed in May 2026, the eVisa is now the standard channel: as of 11 May 2026 all new applications must be filed exclusively through the official government platform evisa.td, and from 21 May 2026 any visa issued outside that platform is no longer accepted for entry. Travelers apply online, upload supporting documents (passport copy, photo, return ticket, proof of accommodation and funds), pay the fee, and receive the visa electronically. A common short-stay tourist eVisa is single-entry, valid for 30 days with up to 30 days of stay, though multiple-entry options exist. Note two important on-the-ground rules: the official platform is in French only, and all foreign nationals must complete mandatory police registration within 72 hours of arrival in Chad. Because Chad is in Central Africa (not the Schengen area), the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (electronic tourist visa)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 100-110 (government fee set by Chadian joint ministerial order)
consular fee only
Processing time
Around 7-10 business days
standard track
Validity
30 days from issue (typical short-stay eVisa)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need the eVisa
Mexican ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for Chad. The eVisa is mandatory and is now the exclusive entry-visa channel.
· Required for tourism
/02
Prepare your documents
Scan your passport bio page, a recent passport-style photo on white background, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter) and evidence of sufficient funds.
· Digital copies
/03
Create an account on evisa.td
Go to the official portal at https://evisa.td and register. The platform is in French only, so prepare translations of your answers in advance.
· French only
/04
Complete the online application
Fill in passport, contact, occupation and travel details, select Tourism as the purpose, and upload your supporting documents.
· Tourism purpose
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay the eVisa fee online by card. Use only evisa.td to avoid third-party surcharges and rejected visas.
· Card payment
/06
Receive eVisa and register on arrival
Download and print the approved eVisa once issued. After arriving in Chad, complete mandatory police registration within 72 hours.
· 72-hour police registration
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredMexican passport valid at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online application on evisa.td
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photo, white background
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredeVisa fee paid online by card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPrinted copy of the approved eVisa to show on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPlan to complete 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.
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)~USD 100-110Official fee charged on evisa.td; exact amount set by Chadian ministerial order
Multiple-entry eVisa (if selected)Higher than single entryChoose during application if you need multiple entries
Third-party agency service feeUSD 20-100+Optional and avoidable; not charged when using the official portal directly
Total estimateUSD 100USD 150incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy/consular visa (legacy)
Varies
Diplomatic and courtesy visas remain outside the eVisa system; ordinary tourists should use the eVisa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mexico is not visa-exempt for Chad
Mexico does not appear on Chad's list of visa-exempt nationalities, so an entry visa is mandatory.
High
/02
eVisa is now the exclusive channel
Since 11 May 2026, all new applications must be filed on evisa.td; from 21 May 2026 visas issued elsewhere are not accepted.
High
/03
Documents must be complete and consistent
Missing return tickets, accommodation proof or funds evidence is a common cause of delay or refusal.
Medium
/04
French-only platform
The official portal is only in French, which can cause application errors for Spanish or English speakers.
Medium
/05
On-arrival police registration overlooked
All foreigners must register with police within 72 hours of arrival; failing to do so can cause problems.
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
Mexico to Chad route verified
Confirmed via Chad visa policy and official evisa.td portal that Mexico is not visa-exempt and that the eVisa became the mandatory, exclusive entry-visa channel in May 2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Mexicans get a visa on arrival in Chad?
No. Visa on arrival is not a reliable option for Mexican tourists. You must obtain an eVisa in advance through the official portal evisa.td before traveling.
Is the Chad eVisa mandatory now?+
How long can a Mexican tourist stay in Chad?+
How much does the Chad eVisa cost?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule apply to Chad?+
Do I need to do anything after I arrive?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Mexico passport

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