Chad (Travel Restrictions, COVID Tests & Quarantine Requirements)

This page was last updated on 16 December, 2021.

 

At a Glance

Travel Restrictions

Entry For Vaccinated Travelers: Allowed
Vaccination Requirements: Holders of Chadian COVID-19 vaccination certificates, indicating that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in Chad can enter without PCR test.
Tourist Entry: Allowed
Testing: Required to present a negative Covid-19 test result and take a second PCR test after completing the 7-days quarantine, at their own expense.
Quarantine Required: Yes
Quarantine Details: Quarantine for 7 days required for all countries.

Local Restrictions

Lockdown in Effect: Yes
Events: Partially Allowed
Transport: Operational with restrictions
Shopping: Open
Restaurants and Bars: Open with restrictions
 

Detailed Travel Advisory

Published 14.12.2021
1. Passengers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before arrival.
– This does not apply to passengers younger than 12 years.
2. Passengers are subject to a COVID-19 antigen test upon arrival.
– This does not apply to passengers younger than 12 years.

 

Detailed Tourist Information

Airports have re-opened for commercial flights.

All international travellers need to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate dated no more than 72 hours prior to arrival in Chad. As of 5 July 2021, travellers arriving by air will have their temperatures taken and be required to take an antigen or RT-PCR test at the airport before entering town. There will be a charge of 20,000 FCFA (40 US Dollars or 30 Euros) for this test.

If you enter Chad and are planning to stay for 7 days or more, you will also need to take a COVID-19 PCR test on the seventh day.

As of 5 July 2021, holders of Chadian COVID-19 vaccination certificates, indicating that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in Chad, may be exempt from some or all of these requirements
 

Lockdown Details

The Government has extended the health emergency, which includes measures such as the compulsory wearing of face masks in indoor public spaces. There are penalties, including potential imprisonment, for non-compliance.
 

Sources

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/chad/entry-requirements
Data Source: covidcontrols.co