Central African Republic
General visa requirements for travelling to Central African Republic. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Business visa (Business Entry Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- Varies by mission
- Validity
- As granted
- Entry
- Single entry
Business travelers must use official embassy visa channels and provide supporting business documentation.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Business travelers require prior visa.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Business invitation/supporting documents
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Vaccination certificate
Required vaccines: Yellow fever; Validity months: 120
Tourist visa (Tourist Entry Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- Varies by mission
- Validity
- As granted
- Entry
- Single entry
Central African Republic embassy consular channels require pre-travel visa issuance for foreign visitors.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Visa required for tourist travel.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Tourist visa application; Form url: https://paris.diplomatie.gouv.cf/services/24/visa-court-sejour
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Vaccination certificate
Required vaccines: Yellow fever; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit visa application through embassy/consular channel before travel.
Student visa (Student Entry Authorization)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- Varies by case
- Validity
- According to approved status
- Entry
- Single entry
Students should verify up-to-date long-stay requirements with mission authorities.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For study under approved status.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: No; Must show program dates: Yes
Work / Immigration visa (Work Entry Authorization)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- Varies by permit class
- Validity
- According to approved status
- Entry
- Single entry
Work-related stay requires pre-authorization and full compliance with local immigration rules.
Eligibility
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Employment
Employment requires pre-approved authorization.
Required status: Approved work/stay status
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Work permit notification
Provide work permit approval, notification or authorisation evidence from the relevant authority.
Issuing authority: Central African Republic competent authority; Permit number: As issued