ChadTurkey: Visa required

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Do Chad passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

Visa required

Yes. Chad passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Turkey.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: mfa.gov.tr (checked July 17, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance3,510 km, straight line (~4h 38m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Turkey135 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Turkey passport holders visiting Chad: e-Visa.

Visa-free alternatives near Turkey

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

Syria

Other visa-free destinations for Chad passport holders

See all Chad destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Chad passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

Yes. Chad passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Turkey.

How far is Turkey from Chad?

About 3,510 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 38m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Turkey?

Turkish lira (TRY).

What is the emergency number in Turkey?

112 / 177.

What time zone is Turkey in?

Istanbul (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Ankara?

Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), about 71 km away.

How many countries can enter Turkey without a visa?

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

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

Syria.

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.

About Chad

Chad, officially the Republic of Chad, is a landlocked country in Central Africa. It is bordered by Libya to the north, Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south, Cameroon to the southwest, Nigeria to the southwest, and Niger to the west. Chad has a population of 20 million, of which 1.6 million live in the capital and largest city of N'Djamena. With a total area of around 1,300,000 km2 (500,000 sq mi), Chad is the fifth-largest country in Africa and the twentieth largest nation by area.

CapitalN'Djamena

RegionMiddle Africa

Population21M

Area1,284,000 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesArabic, French

Calling code+235

Drives on theright

TimezoneNdjamena (UTC+1)

Nearest airportN'Djamena International Airport (NDJ), 3 km

Emergency number17 / 18 / 2251-4242

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$1,022 (2025)

Tourist arrivals10.4K (2020)

Travel guide

Chad is a landlocked country situated in the centre of Africa. Chad is home to more than 200 different ethnic groups and there are national parks, desert lakes, sand dunes, canyons and camel caravans that will interest the daring and adventurous.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ennedi Plateau
Lakes of Ounianga

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

November 28, 2026Republic Day

December 1, 2026Freedom and Democracy Day

Full source list on About.

About Turkey

Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye, is a country mainly located in Anatolia in West Asia, with a smaller part called East Thrace in Southeast Europe. It borders the Black Sea to the north; Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east; Iraq, Syria, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south; and the Aegean Sea, Greece, and Bulgaria to the west. Turkey is home to over 86 million people; most are ethnic Turks, while Kurds are the largest ethnic minority. Officially a secular state, Turkey has a Muslim-majority population. Ankara is Turkey's capital and second-largest city. Istanbul is its largest city and economic center. Other major cities include İzmir, Bursa, and Antalya.

CapitalAnkara

RegionWestern Asia

Population85.9M

Area783,562 km²

CurrencyTurkish lira (1 USD ≈ 49.39 TRY)

LanguagesTurkish

Calling code+90

Drives on theright

TimezoneIstanbul (UTC+3)

Nearest airportEsenboğa International Airport (ESB), 71 km

Emergency number112 / 177

UNESCO sites22

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$18,599 (2025)

Tourist arrivals16M (2020)

Travel guide

Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye, is a bi-continental country: an oft-repeated cliché about Turkey is that it is the bridge between Europe and Asia. This is true not only geographically, but also culturally, and many Turks value their European and Asian identities equally. Therefore, Turkey is the ultimate "exotic, but with a twist" destination for many: plenty of travellers to the country will find a charming novelty in every corner, yet at the same time, will have a feel of comforting familiarity, regardless of which direction or how far they are arriving from. Add the Turks' legendary warmth towards the visitors to the mix, and you get the idea.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ani
Aphrodisias
Arslantepe
Bursa and Cumalıkızık: the Birth of the Ottoman Empire
City of Safranbolu
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Diyarbakır Fortress and Hevsel Gardens Cultural Landscape
Ephesus
Gordion
Göbekli Tepe

Upcoming public holidays

October 29, 2026Cumhuriyet Bayramı

January 1, 2027Yılbaşı

March 10, 2027Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün (Tentative Date)

Full source list on About.