Chad
Capital: N'Djamena
About
Chad, officially the Republic of Chad, is a landlocked country in Central Africa. It is bordered by Libya to the north, Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south, Cameroon to the southwest, Nigeria to the southwest, and Niger to the west. Chad has a population of 19 million, of which 1.6 million live in the capital and largest city of N'Djamena. With a total area of around 1,300,000 km2 (500,000 sq mi), Chad is the fifth-largest country in Africa and the twentieth largest nation by area.
When things are closed
Upcoming public holidays in Chad. On these dates, expect banks, post offices, and government services to close. Many shops and museums close or run shortened hours; transit typically still runs.
Independence Day
August 11, 2026
Tuesday
All Saints' Day
November 1, 2026
Sunday
Republic Day
November 28, 2026
Saturday
Freedom and Democracy Day
December 1, 2026
Tuesday
Christmas Day
December 25, 2026
Friday
New Year's Day
January 1, 2027
Friday
Cities (1)
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- Travel practicalities. Entry, driving, electricity, water, and official application context. Related: Driving side, World Standards, CDC Yellow Book, WHO drinking-water guidance.
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