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Türkiye to Chad visa requirements

Yes, a Turkey (TR) ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Chad. Since 11 December 2024 Turkish citizens can apply online for a Chad eVisa for tourism instead of visiting an embassy. Only Turkish DIPLOMATIC passport holders are visa-exempt (90 days); ordinary passport holders are not. Chad is not in the Schengen area and has no visa-waiver agreement with Turkey for ordinary passports. Turkish nationals therefore require a visa to enter Chad. On 11 December 2024 the Republic of Chad launched a national electronic visa (eVisa) system via its official portal (evisa.td), allowing eligible foreign nationals — including Turkish ordinary passport holders — to apply, pay and receive a visa online for tourism, business, family visit, transit and similar short stays. The eVisa is typically valid up to 90 days with a government fee around EUR 100 (roughly USD 107). Note: Chad's only visa-free arrangement with Turkey covers DIPLOMATIC passports (up to 90 days) — ordinary passport holders are excluded and must obtain a visa. Travelers should also be aware that since launch the eVisa payment gateway and portal have experienced intermittent technical problems, so the traditional Chad embassy/consulate visa remains a reliable fallback. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Verdict: visa required, obtainable as an eVisa (with embassy visa as backup).
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
Electronic visa (eVisa) for tourism / short visit; embassy sticker visa as alternative
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (depending on visa type issued)
per entry
Entries
Single entry via eVisa (multiple-entry generally requires embassy application)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. EUR 100 (around USD 107) government fee
consular fee only
Processing time
Around 5-10 business days
standard track
Validity
Up to 90 days from date of issue/entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As a Turkish ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt for Chad (only Turkish diplomatic passports are). Plan to obtain an eVisa online, or a sticker visa from the Chad embassy if the portal is unavailable.
· Ordinary passport· Visa required
/02
Prepare your documents
Have a passport valid at least 6 months with two blank pages, a recent white-background photo, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation), a return/onward ticket and a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· 6 months validity· Yellow fever certificate
/03
Apply on the official Chad eVisa portal
Go to the official portal (evisa.td), create an account and complete the online form with passport, contact, occupation and travel details. Select 'tourism' as the purpose.
· evisa.td· Tourism purpose
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay the government fee of about EUR 100 (around USD 107) online. Note the payment gateway has had intermittent issues since launch; keep your payment confirmation.
· ~EUR 100· Keep receipt
/05
Receive and print the eVisa
Wait roughly 5-10 business days for processing, then download and print the approved eVisa PDF. Carry a printed copy plus a digital backup.
· 5-10 business days· Print PDF
/06
Enter Chad
Present your passport, printed eVisa and yellow fever certificate at the port of entry (e.g. N'Djamena International Airport). Do not overstay the authorized period.
· N'Djamena airport· No overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Türkiye -> Chad · Electronic visa (eVisa) for tourism / short visit; embassy sticker visa as alternative
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredTurkish passport valid 6+ months beyond travel with 2 blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Chad eVisa online application on the official portal
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
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredPaid eVisa fee with confirmation/receipt saved
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted copy of the approved eVisa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
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
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Chad eVisa government fee~EUR 100 (≈USD 107)Single-entry tourist eVisa via official portal
Embassy sticker visa feeVaries (≈USD 100-160)Alternative if applying at the Chad embassy/consulate
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries by clinicMandatory; obtain before travel
Total estimate~EUR 100 (≈USD 107)~USD 160+ (embassy visa plus incidentals)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy/consulate sticker visa
~5-15 business days
Apply in person or by mail at a Chad diplomatic mission; reliable fallback if the eVisa portal is down.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Not on Chad's visa-exempt list
Turkish ordinary passports do not qualify for Chad's visa-free entry; only Turkish diplomatic passport holders are exempt (up to 90 days).
High
/02
Tourism / short visit
Short-stay tourist trips are exactly what the Chad eVisa covers, alongside business, transit and family visits.
High
/03
eVisa launched December 2024
Chad introduced its national eVisa on 11 December 2024, giving Turkish travelers an online alternative to embassy applications.
Medium
/04
Health entry requirement
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and is checked alongside the visa at entry.
Medium
/05
Portal reliability
The new eVisa system has had intermittent payment/technical issues, sometimes pushing travelers to the embassy route.
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
Turkey to Chad route verified
Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy of Chad, VisasNews and eVisaGuides that Turkish ordinary passport holders require a visa and can use Chad's eVisa (launched 11 Dec 2024); diplomatic passports remain visa-free for 90 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Turkish citizen enter Chad without a visa?
No. Only Turkish diplomatic passport holders are visa-exempt (up to 90 days). Ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa, available as an eVisa online or a sticker visa from a Chad embassy.
How do I apply for a Chad eVisa?+
How much does the Chad eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay in Chad on the eVisa?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Is the Chad eVisa portal reliable?+
/11 — Passport tools

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