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Chad Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

German citizens need an e-visa for Chad, applied for online before travel; the standard tourist e-visa costs around USD 130-160, with processing typically taking 3-7 working days.

Guide last updated September 8, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Digital passport photo and scanned passport bio page for the online application
  • Proof of accommodation and detailed travel itinerary
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, mandatory for entry
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Travel health insurance is strongly recommended
  • No advance biometrics required; some may be taken on arrival

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa: single entry, typically valid for a stay of up to 30-90 days depending on the category chosen
  • Business e-visa: requires an invitation letter from a Chadian company or organization
  • Longer-term visas (work, study, residence) require applying at the Chadian embassy/consulate or converting status after arrival with the Direction Generale de la Documentation et de la Securite

How to apply online

  • Apply through Chad's official e-visa portal (or via the Chadian embassy's affiliated online system where the direct government portal is unavailable)
  • Complete the application with passport and travel details, and upload your photo, passport scan, and itinerary
  • Pay the visa fee online by card
  • Processing typically takes 3-7 working days
  • Print the e-visa approval and present it with your passport and yellow fever certificate on arrival at N'Djamena International Airport

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approximately USD 130-160 for a standard single-entry tourist e-visa; multiple-entry or longer-validity options cost more
  • Standard processing time: 3-7 working days
  • No guaranteed express option, so apply well ahead of travel
  • Some visa facilitation agencies offer expedited handling for an additional service fee

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Apply at least 3-4 weeks before travel given variable processing times and the need for supporting documents
  • Ensure your yellow fever certificate details exactly match your passport, as this is checked on arrival
  • Check the German Federal Foreign Office's travel advisory before departure, as most of Chad carries a high-risk travel warning
  • Carry printed copies of your e-visa approval and all supporting documents, since connectivity to verify digital copies can be unreliable
  • Arrange local contacts or a sponsor in N'Djamena in advance, as this often smooths both the visa application and arrival process

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.