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Country guideLast checked October 17, 2026

Visas and immigration in Central African Republic

2 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.

Visit & tourism 1
Work permits 1

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Visiting Central African Republic

Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 17, 2026.

249 passports need a visa

Visit & tourism1 pathway

Short-stay visa (visa court séjour) through a Central African embassy
Visitors to the Central African Republic need a visa obtained in advance from a CAR embassy. The CAR Embassy in Paris takes applications online (after creating an account) or on a paper form sent by post with the passport and two photos. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required at the border. The security situation is serious: the UK government advises against all travel outside Bangui and all but essential travel to Bangui.
Temporary only
Last checked October 17, 2026
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Work permits1 pathway

Long-stay visa (visa long séjour, 45-90 days) for work, business and other purposes
The Central African Republic's embassy in Paris issues a long-stay visa (visa long séjour) of 45 to 90 days. The application form lists private visits, holidays, business, work and official trips as purposes. You can apply online or on paper, then send your passport and documents to the embassy. No official online source was found for the Central African labour authorisation or the residence card that a longer job would need.
Temporary only
Last checked October 17, 2026
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