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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Central African Republic citizens need a visa for Chad?

Visa-free · 90 days

Citizens of Central African Republic can visit Chad visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Central African Republic → Chad
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Central African Republic vs Chad: passport comparison

Central African Republic

21

visa-free countries

Global rank: #172 · mobility 74.5

Chad

23

visa-free countries

Global rank: #170 · mobility 75
16

countries both Central African Republic and Chad can enter visa-free together

Central African Republic + Chad: passport compatibility

94%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Central African Republic and Chad travel together — by entry type:

16 both visa-free
24 both visa on arrival
42 both e-visa / eTA
103 both need a visa
12 access differs

Where Central African Republic and Chad can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (16)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Central African Republic is visa-free (4)

Only Chad is visa-free (6)

How the entry rule changed: Central African Republic → Chad

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Central African Republic → Chad rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

3rule changes for the Central African Republic passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Central African Republic goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Chad

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 90 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Central African Republic citizens need a visa for Chad?
Citizens of Central African Republic can visit Chad visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Central African Republic citizens stay in Chad without a visa?
Central African Republic passport holders are allowed to stay up to 90 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Central African Republic or Chad?
The Chad passport is stronger: 23 visa-free countries versus 21. Global rank: Central African Republic #172, Chad #170.
Where can Central African Republic and Chad citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 16 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Chad?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Central African Republic and Chad?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Central African Republic passport ranking

Where else the Central African Republic passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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