Chad has announced an entry ban for US citizens, which has since been clarified with important exceptions

Chad has announced an entry ban for US citizens, which has since been clarified with important exceptions.

The ban is a direct response to Chad's inclusion in the US travel ban, which went into effect on June 9, 2025. The following table summarizes the key details of Chadian policy based on the latest announcement from the US Embassy. Reciprocal measure in effect, with exceptions. Key exceptions are: US citizens with a valid Chadian visa issued before June 9, 2025; US officials; and dual citizens with Chadian-American citizenship and valid documents. Announcement date: Initial announcement around June 5/6, 2025; clarification on June 12, 2025. The US Embassy's travel warnings should be heeded. The US Embassy in N'Djamena advises its citizens to check official embassy announcements for updates. They can register for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security alerts directly.