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São Tomé and PríncipeChad: e-Visa

São Tomé and PríncipeChad

Do São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders need a visa for Chad?

e-Visa

Yes. São Tomé and Príncipe 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.

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 of2026-10-14
    Distance1,618 km, straight line (~2h 24m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Chad21 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Chad passport holders visiting São Tomé and Príncipe: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Chad

São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders need a visa for Chad?

Yes. São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders need a visa for Chad, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Chad from São Tomé and Príncipe?

About 1,618 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 24m 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 São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders visit without a visa instead of Chad?

Gabon, Benin, Togo, Ghana, 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.