Mali visa-free entry for citizens of Chad: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Chad do not need a visa for a short stay in Mali (up to 3 months).
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Travellers from Chad do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in Mali, but border control still asks for a file.
Our guide to the Mali visa from Chad
Holders of a Chad passport do not need a visa for a short tourist stay in Mali. No visa application is required: entry remains subject to the applicable entry conditions and checks by the competent authorities.
For tourist travel from Chad to Mali, the verified regime is visa exemption. The associated stay is up to 3 months. Before departure, check the official portal or the competent embassy to confirm the requirements that apply to your individual trip.
Do you need a visa?
No. Holders of a Chad passport are exempt from a visa for a short tourist stay in Mali. This exemption is associated with a stay of 3 months, and no visa application is required before travelling.
How long can citizens of Chad stay in Mali?
3 months
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 3 months. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
Processing times and advice
There is no visa processing time to plan for because holders of a Chad passport are visa-exempt for this tourist stay. Check entry rules before departure through the official portal or the competent embassy, as requirements may change.
What to show at the border of Mali
Documents required for a visa for Mali:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Completed application form
- Two passport-size photos
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Visa fee payment
Entry conditions
Travel with your Chad passport and make sure it is suitable for entry into Mali. A return or onward ticket may be requested on arrival. For the precise conditions that apply, consult the official portal or the competent embassy before departure.
Documents and fees
As no visa is required for this tourist trip, no visa application should be submitted or paid for. The exact documents to present at entry are not specified here. Consult the official portal or the competent embassy for the current list of requirements.
Common mistakes
Do not pay an intermediary claiming to issue a “visa” for this tourist route when no visa is required. Do not confuse visa exemption with the absence of entry checks. Carry the documents requested and confirm information through an official source.
Other visa types for Mali
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 12, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
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Short-stay (tourism)
Visa-free
Entry regime
Visa-free
Duration
3 months
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Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
€70–150
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€150
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
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