TuvaluChad: e-Visa

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Do Tuvalu passport holders need a visa for Chad?

e-Visa

Yes. Tuvalu 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
    Distance18,228 km, straight line (~21h 57m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Chad21 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Chad passport holders visiting Tuvalu: Visa on arrival.

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

Visa-free alternatives near Chad

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

Other visa-free destinations for Tuvalu passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Tuvalu passport holders need a visa for Chad?

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

How far is Chad from Tuvalu?

About 18,228 km in a straight line, roughly ~21h 57m 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 Tuvalu?

Chad drives on the right, the opposite side to Tuvalu. 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 Tuvalu passport holders visit without a visa instead of Chad?

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.