Chad Travel Vaccines and Advice
Are you planning to enjoy a trip under the sign of adventure for your holidays? Then Chad is the destination for you. As a Central African country, it is known for being a popular vacation spot. It is also a contrasting country that everyone can visit without difficulty. For discoveries, start your day in the capital: N’Djamena. There, you will see the National Museum and the famous Faisal Mosque. Do not hesitate to take a walk to the central market; you will certainly find various handicrafts. Then, make your way for an adventure by going on a safari in the heart of Zakouma Park. Here, it is not uncommon to cross the fauna of the country. Continue your journey of discoveries by a small cruise that will take you to the floating islands of Lake Chad. It will be an opportunity to see hippos and crocodiles if you have never seen them closely.
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Recommended travel vaccinations for Chad
| Vaccine | Disease Transmission |
|---|---|
| Traveler’s diarrhea | Contaminated water/food |
| Cholera | |
| Typhoid | |
| Hepatitis A | |
| Hepatitis B | Contaminated body fluids (blood, sex, razors, needles, etc.) |
| Rabies | Infected Animals |
| Yellow Fever | Mosquito bites |
| Meningitis | Airborne Droplets |
| Influenza |
Recommended Medication for Travelling to Chad
| Medication | Additional Information |
|---|---|
| Acetazolamide/Dexamethasone | Recommended for prevention of acute mountain sickness |
| Azithromycin/Suprax | Antibiotic in case of traveler’s diarrhea |
| Malarone, Doxycycline or Mefloquine | Recommended anti-malaria medication |
Current Weather in Chad
Medical Care in Chad
The health system in Chad remains in a crisis. Public hospitals only provide first aid care, and you will find it difficult to access medical supplies and medicines. Even basic drugs are prove scarce, both in hospitals and big city pharmacies.
If you plan on making a trip to Chad, you should pack a pharmacy kit with you to anticipate any medical problems that could arise.
If an emergency situation occurs, you can call +235 225 17728, but you should use a private car to travel to the nearest hospital. Most foreigners choose to use private health services such as the International SOS or the Health Center at the French Embassy. If you experience more severe medical issues, you will be medically evacuated to another country.
Is Chad Safe for Travel?
| Safety and Security | Descriptive |
|---|---|
| Crime | Risk present |
| Demonstrations | Risk of violence |
| Road safety | Caution required in rural areas |
| Public transportation | Tran and bus non-operational; Avoid trucks and minibuses |
| Border with Sudan/Central African Republic | AVOID ALL TRAVEL within 30km of all international border |
| Northern Chad | AVOID ALL TRAVEL within 30km of all international border |
| Border with Nigeria/Cameroon | AVOID ALL TRAVEL within 30km of all international border |
| N’Djamena | High risk |
| Health | Polio warning |
| Risk level | AVOID NON ESSENTIAL TRAVEL |
Do I Need a Visa to Visit Chad?
Prior to travel, make sure you check with your transportation company about any passport requirements. This is important as in some cases their regulations on passport validity may be more strict than those of the destination country.
Both, a visa and a passport are required to enter Chad. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of departure.
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Embassy of Canada to Chad information
When travelling to another country, it is important to know where the Canadian embassy is located in the event of:
- A legal problem
- A lost passport
- The need to report a crime
It is advisable to make a copy of your original passport in case you lose it.
Canadian Consulate to Chad (N’DJAMENA)
Street Address:
Rue 1190, Quartier Moursal,
Côté Dembé, N’Djamena, Chad
Tel.: +235 631 95680
Email: [email protected]
Canadian Embassy to Sudan (KHARTOUM)
Street Address:
29 Africa Road, Block 56,
Khartoum 1, Sudan
Tel.: 249 156 550 500
Fax: 249 156 550 501
Email: [email protected]
Please note that this is the website for the Canadian Embassy in Sudan.
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Please note that this is the website for the Canadian Embassy in Sudan.