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Chad

country · Chad

Current situation

Chad is kept here for reference only. The information below is the most recent available record and predates the situation described above; figures such as population reflect the last data gathered before the current crisis and may no longer describe Chad today.

Overview

Chad is a country in Africa, with its capital at N'Djamena.

Key facts

CountryChad
CurrencyXAF

About the country

Chad is a country in Africa.

The capital city is N'Djamena.

Practical information

The currency is the XAF (Franc).

The main languages spoken are French, Arabic.

Traffic drives on the right.

Cities in Chad

Among the places worth a look in Chad are N'Djamena, Pala, Bongor, Mongo, Laï, Am Timan, Moundou, Ati, Abéché and Mao — each has its own guide and sits on the globe for trip-planning.

Exploring the country

A trip to Chad usually combines a gateway city with a run into the surrounding region; start on the globe to see how the pieces link up by air, road, rail or sea.

Regions & places

Sources & method

Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.