Warden Message

State of Emergency

February 27, 2008

In the wake of recent fighting in N’Djamena, the security situation remains uncertain.  Americans are advised not to travel to Chad, (see latest Travel Warning for Chad.)  Visa services are suspended until further notice, but American citizen services are available. The Embassy switchboard is operational and Embassy personnel may be contacted at (235) 251-7009.

American citizens who have returned to Chad are strongly encouraged to register at the Consulate on Avenue Felix Ebou, or by Internet at https://travelregistration.state.gov.  Office hours for American citizens are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.  If you have previously registered but have changed any contact information, please be sure to notify the Consulate promptly of any changes.  All citizens should be reviewing their personal security and evacuation plans, and be prepared for rapid changes in the political/security situation. 

The government of Chad declared a state of emergency throughout the country, effective February 14, 2008. The state of emergency set a curfew from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 a.m., which remains in effect.  Americans are advised to avoid all travel during those hours and exercise extreme caution at all other times, bearing in mind the political situation remains fluid and potentially dangerous.

Air France and Air Ethiopia have resumed limited commercial operations, and flights are operating between N'Djamena and Paris.

American citizens who decide to remain in Chad should closely monitor news media and the U.S. Embassy's website. American citizens in Chad are urged to keep family and friends in the United States apprised of their whereabouts. Please encourage all Americans with whom you come in contact to register with the U.S. Embassy by completing a registration form online at https://travelregistration.state.gov and provide contact information and specific travel data if traveling outside the capital.

American citizens may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions at http://travel.state.gov, or by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States and Canada, or 1-202-501-4444 from overseas.