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Important Visa Information

Payment Methods & Details

N’Djamena only accepts cash, and it can be in CFA or dollars. Payment is made on the day of the appointment.

Appointments & Locations

U.S Embassy N’Djamena
Rond-Point Chagoua
B.P. 413
N’Djamena, Chad

Email: NdjamenaVisaInquiries@state.gov / NdjamenaACS@state.gov

Schedule an appointment here

What to Bring

  • Appointment confirmation page
  • Submit the completed DS-160 confirmation page
  • 2 x 2-inch color photo not older than 6 months with white background
  • Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States
  • Additional documents may be requested to establish whether you are qualified. Additional documents may include evidence of the purpose of your trip, your intent to depart the United States after your trip, and/or your ability to pay all costs of the trip.

Additional Information

Due to COVID19, we inform visa applicants that wearing a mask is mandatory and they will be asked to wash their hands before entering the U.S. Embassy.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you need reasonable accommodation for your appointment, we encourage you to request your accommodation immediately once you schedule your appointment. We make every effort to provide accommodations to persons with disabilities and medical conditions. Reasonable accommodations vary, depending on the situation and the person’s needs.
Examples of accommodations include, but are not limited to:

  • If you require a private appointment due to a medical condition or disability, we may schedule an alternative time for you to come in for your interview.
  • If you or your child has special needs that requires a private appointment in a quiet space without distractions, we may schedule an alternative time for you or your family to come in for your interview.
  • If you are unable to speak, you may be allowed to respond to questions in an agreed-upon nonverbal manner such as using pen and paper.
  • If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may bring a sign language interpreter to translate during the interview if needed.
  • If you have low vision, we may provide you with communications in large print.

If you are unable to provide fingerprints because of a medical condition, including birth defects, physical deformities, skin conditions, you may qualify for a fingerprint waiver for certain fingers.

  • Interview waivers are only granted in extreme situations, such as having a medical condition that requires flying in an air ambulance.

The waiting room of the Consular Section and its restroom is wheelchair-accessible.