Alert: Update on Visa and Entry Ban for U.S. Citizens – June 12, 2025
Location: N’Djamena, Chad
Event: To clarify its previous announcement of a reciprocal ban on visa issuance and entry for U.S. citizens, the Chadian government announced that U.S. citizens who hold a valid Chadian visa issued prior to June 9, 2025, will be allowed entry into Chad. The announcement also clarified that U.S. officials and dual Chadian-American nationals with valid documentation will be allowed entry.
A copy of the full text of the Chadian government’s announcement is available here.
Entry of foreign citizens into Chad is at the sole discretion of the government of Chad and the U.S. Embassy is unable to intervene to facilitate entry for private U.S. citizens. The U.S. Embassy recommends that U.S. citizens monitor embassy messaging and local media for any updates to the Chadian government’s policy.
Actions to Take:
- Consult with Government of Chad embassies and websites for official updates.
- Monitor local media and embassy messaging for updates.
- Exercise normal caution.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy in N’Djamena
Round Point Chagoua
+235 6885 1065
NdjamenaACS@state.gov
