Timor-LesteChad: e-Visa

Timor-LesteChad

Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa for Chad?

e-Visa

Yes. Timor-Leste 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 of2026-10-21
    Distance12,424 km, straight line (~15h 7m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Chad21 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Chad passport holders visiting Timor-Leste: Visa on arrival.

Chad drives on the right, the opposite side to Timor-Leste. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Chad

Timor-Leste passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Timor-Leste passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa for Chad?

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

How far is Chad from Timor-Leste?

About 12,424 km in a straight line, roughly ~15h 7m 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.

Does Chad drive on the same side of the road as Timor-Leste?

Chad drives on the right, the opposite side to Timor-Leste. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 Timor-Leste 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.