Mali to Chad visa requirements
Malian citizens can visit Chad visa-free for tourism due to regional agreements.
Last verified: 2026-02-11
At a glance
What Mali travellers need to know
If you hold a Mali passport and plan to visit Chad for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
Malian citizens can visit Chad visa-free for tourism due to regional agreements.
Plan your trip around a stay of about 90 days, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months upon arrival with at least two blank pages.
Health note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Chad.
Ensure the mandatory police registration is completed shortly after arrival to avoid legal issues.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mali to Chad.
Entry requirements
- No tourist visa is required for Malian passport holders for short-term stays (up to 90 days) in Chad.
- Mandatory police registration is required for all foreign arrivals within 72 hours of entry.
- A valid travel document (passport or national ID) is required at the point of entry.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Chad.
Ensure the mandatory police registration is completed shortly after arrival to avoid legal issues.
How to prepare (Mali → Chad)
- 1
Confirm Chad still lists Mali as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Chad.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Mali passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Chad
- Proof of funds: Proof of sufficient funds and onward or return tickets may be requested.
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Mali citizens need a visa for Chad?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-11), Mali travellers need visa-free for tourism to Chad. Malian citizens can visit Chad visa-free for tourism due to regional agreements.
How long can I stay in Chad on a Mali passport?
Guidance commonly allows stays up to 90 days for tourism, subject to the stamp, visa, or authorisation you receive.
What documents should Mali travellers carry to Chad?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Chad.
Where can I verify Chad entry rules officially?
Start with: Chad Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Chadians Abroad; Chad — Entry Formalities for African Nationals. Requirements can change without notice.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.