🇲🇱 Mali visa requirements for Chadian citizens
No visa needed — Chadian citizens can stay in Mali visa-free for up to 90 days.
Entry rules for Chad passport holders
Holders of a valid passport from Chad can travel to Mali for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 90 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.
The 90-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in Mali, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Mali immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Chadian passport ranks #166 worldwide, opening 50 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (22 visa-free, 27 with a visa on arrival and 1 with an eTA). Mali is one of them.
The arrangement is reciprocal: Malian citizens traveling to Chad face the same requirement (visa-free · 90 days).
Across Western Africa as a whole, 12 of 16 destinations are open to Chadian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Mali
- Capital
- Bamako
- Region
- Western Africa
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (Fr)
- Languages
- French
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Frequently asked questions
Do Chadian citizens need a visa for Mali?
No visa needed — Chadian citizens can stay in Mali visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long can Chadian citizens stay in Mali without a visa?
Chadian citizens can stay in Mali for up to 90 days visa-free. Longer stays require a visa or residence permit arranged in advance.
What currency is used in Mali?
The currency in Mali is the West African CFA franc (Fr). The capital city is Bamako.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa-free · 90 days for Chadian citizens traveling to Mali. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Mali embassy or immigration authority before booking.
More of Africa for Chadian passport holders
Going the other way? Chad visa requirements for Malian citizens →
Source data last updated 2025-01-12.