Chad: suspension of the issuance of American visas for 90 days

“No visa appointments can be made at the U.S. Embassy in Ndjamena.” This is the message now displayed on the website of the American diplomatic mission in Chad. Since March 25, the United States has suspended the issuance of visas to Chadian nationals for a period of 90 days. This was announced by the Chadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a press release published on 27 March.

The United States has announced a 90-day suspension of visa issuance to Chadian citizens, effective March 25, according to a statement issued by the Chadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on March 27. The US Embassy in N'Djamena clarified on its website that visa appointments are currently unavailable. According to the Chadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the decision applies to tourist, student, and business visas, while excluding diplomatic visas…

The announcement was made on 25 March. The beginning of a restriction on American visas is therefore initiated for Chadian nationals. The Chadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that tourist, study and business visas will be suspended for 90 days. Diplomatic visas as well as holders of visas or resident cards are not affected by this measure.