ArubaChad: e-Visa

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Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Chad?

e-Visa

Yes. Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Chad, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Aruba does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Netherlands passport. See the Netherlands passport.

Source: evisa.td (checked July 18, 2026).

    Requiremente-Visa
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance9,192 km, straight line (~11h 19m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Chad21 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Chad passport holders visiting Aruba: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Chad

Netherlands passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Netherlands passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Chad?

Yes. Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Chad, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Chad from Aruba?

About 9,192 km in a straight line, roughly ~11h 19m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Chad?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Chad?

17 / 18 / 2251-4242.

What time zone is Chad in?

Ndjamena (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to N'Djamena?

N'Djamena International Airport (NDJ), about 3 km away.

How many countries can enter Chad without a visa?

21 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Chad visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Netherlands passport holders visit without a visa instead of Chad?

São Tomé and Príncipe, Rwanda, Angola.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.