How to Enter Chad
Do I need a passport or visa to enter?
A valid passport and visa are required to enter Chad. The Government of Chad requires proof of yellow fever vaccination or a medical waiver on entry. According to Chadian law, visitors must check in with the National Police and obtain a registration stamp within 72 hours of arrival. You may obtain further entry information from the Embassy of the Republic of Chad at 2401 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 652-1312. If you are overseas, you should inquire at the nearest Chadian embassy or consulate. The Government of Chad recently announced that it would not grant airport visas for tourists or business visitors. Anyone traveling to Chad on a tourist or official passport must obtain a Chadian visa prior to arrival. Airport visas are available only to those traveling on diplomatic passports and must be requested ahead of time.Special Travel Circumstances in Chad
Photography: All photography requires a government permit. Taking photos of military sites, official buildings, and airports is strictly prohibited, even with a permit. Such sites are not always clearly marked. Film and cameras may be confiscated, often by undercover police.
Satellite Phones: Satellite phones are illegal in Chad and at the moment no permits are available. Travelers using satellite phones in Chad risk seizure of phones and possibly arrest.
Accessibility: While in Chad, individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodation more challenging than what you find in the United States.
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