Eritrea visa for Chadian citizens

Eritrean citizens planning a journey to Chad will find the e-visa system a convenient way to secure their entry, offering options for tourist, business, or transit stays. While specific stay durations vary by visa type, a typical tourist e-visa often permits up to 30 days, and the application fee generally falls around $80 USD. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights, usually via Addis Ababa or Cairo, given the geographic separation of over 2,000 kilometers. As you prepare for your trip, note the significant time zone shift, with Chad operating two hours behind Asmara, and be aware that while Arabic is a common official language in both nations, the Chadian CFA franc (XAF) is the local currency you'll need, distinct from the Eritrean Nakfa. Exploring Chad's diverse landscapes, from Lake Chad to the Ennedi Plateau, becomes more accessible with these defined e-visa categories.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Funds proof
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

BusinessBusiness Visa (1 Year)
$300multiple-entryvalid 1y
BusinessBusiness Visa (3 Months)
$150multiple-entryvalid 3mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (6 Months)
$200multiple-entryvalid 6mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (Single Entry)
$100valid 3mo
WorkEmployment Visa
$100valid 3mo
FamilyFamily Visit Visa
30d$70valid 3mo
OtherOfficial Visa
$0
StudentStudent Visa
$50
TouristTourist Visa (1 Year)
30d$300multiple-entryvalid 1y
TouristTourist Visa (3 Months)
30d$150multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TouristTourist Visa (6 Months)
30d$200multiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristTourist Visa (90 Day, Single Entry)
30d$100valid 3mo
TransitTransit Visa
3d$30valid 1y
TouristVisa on Arrival (Ethiopian and Sudanese nationals residing in UAE)
30dvalid 2mo
OtherGeneral Entry Visa
30d$100valid 3mo
FamilyFamily Visit Visa
30dvalid 3mo
BusinessBusiness or Employment Visa
$100valid 3mo
TransitTransit Visa (up to 3 days stay)
3d$30valid 1y

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