Chad visa options for India passport holders

Visa types & longer-stay routes for Chad

Rules are written for foreign (non-Chadian) nationals who are not visa-exempt; nationals of roughly 40 mostly African/CEMAC and a few other countries enter visa-free for up to 90 days, and US citizens face a visa suspension reportedly in effect since mid-2025.

• Most nomadsTourist

  Tourist e-Visa (short-stay)

  Commonly a 30-day stay (some guides cite up to 90 days depending on type); single entry via the e-visa, multiple entry via an embassy. Verify.

  Insurance

  Requiredno government source confirms mandatory health insurance for tourists; some visa guides note travel insurance may be required in certain cases. Strongly advised given limited local medical facilities.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals visiting Chad for tourism, leisure or visiting family who are not on the visa-exemption list.

  Requirement

  Application via the official evisa.td portal; passport valid 6+ months, proof of accommodation/itinerary, return or onward ticket, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Police registration required within 72 hours of arrival.

• Business

  Business e-Visa

  Short-stay; specific validity/stay set per nationality and consular decision (verify on evisa.td). A business visa does not permit working for a Chadian employer.

  Insurance

  Recommendedno confirmed government mandate; travel/health insurance strongly advised for business travellers.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals travelling for meetings, conferences, negotiations or short commercial visits (not paid local employment).

  Requirement

  Application via evisa.td with passport, business/invitation letter from the Chadian host company, accommodation and travel details, and a yellow fever certificate. Police registration within 72 hours of arrival.

• Work

  Long-stay / work visa (employment)

  Long-stay (beyond 90 days); work permit typically issued for about one year and renewable. Verify.

  Insurance

  Requiredno confirmed statutory health-insurance condition found; comprehensive cover strongly advised, and a health clearance may be required for the work permit. Verify current rules.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals taking up paid employment in Chad, sponsored by a Chadian employer.

  Requirement

  Employer first obtains employment authorisation from ONAPE and the Ministry of Labour (proving the role cannot be filled locally); applicant then gets a long-stay visa plus work permit, and must obtain a residence permit (carte de sejour) after arrival. Documents include employment contract, employer sponsorship letter, and often health clearance and police certificate.

• Study

  Student visa

  Tied to the duration of studies (long-stay). Verify exact validity/renewal terms.

  Insurance

  Requiredno confirmed mandatory insurance rule found; health cover strongly advised for the duration of study. Verify with the institution.

  Good for

  International students enrolled at a recognised Chadian educational institution.

  Requirement

  Proof of enrolment/admission at a Chadian institution, evidence of financial support, passport, and a yellow fever certificate; applied for via the e-visa system or relevant authorities. Police registration within 72 hours of arrival.

• Residence

  Residence permit (carte de sejour)

  Long-term; usually issued for about one year and renewable. Chad has no points-based permanent-residence route and no automatic path from work permit to permanent residency or citizenship.

  Insurance

  Recommendedno confirmed insurance mandate identified; private health cover strongly advised given limited local healthcare. Verify current requirements.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals (typically workers and their dependants) intending to live in Chad beyond a regular visa's validity.

  Requirement

  Obtained after arrival via the Directorate of Immigration, normally on the basis of an approved work/long-stay visa and supporting documents (passport, employment proof, accommodation, financial responsibility).

• Transit

  Transit visa

  Short transit only. Airside transit with an onward connection within 48 hours may not require a visa; otherwise a single-entry transit visa applies. Verify.

  Insurance

  Recommendedno confirmed requirement for transit; brief travel insurance advisable.

  Good for

  Travellers passing through Chad en route to a third country.

  Requirement

  Confirmed onward ticket and, where leaving the international transit area, a transit visa via evisa.td; yellow fever certificate.

Chad made the evisa.td e-visa mandatory on 11 May 2026; durations, fees and insurance terms vary by nationality and consular decision, so verify on the official portal before travel. Last checked: 2026-06.

Last verified June 2026

India → Chad: frequently asked

Do India passport holders need a visa to visit Chad?

e-Visa. Apply for a visa online before travelling. Always confirm with the official source before booking.

Can a India passport holder live or work long-term in Chad?

Yes, via a long-stay visa. Chad has 6 documented visa types covering work, study, residence and — where it exists — digital-nomad routes.

Do I need travel insurance for Chad?

Entry to Chad never includes health cover, so travel medical insurance is strongly recommended. Several Chad visas also require proof of insurance before they're granted.