🇹🇩Chad Political Stability: 4.1/100

Chad is a large, landlocked country in north-central Africa, covering 1,284,000 square kilometers. It features a desert climate and is bordered by Libya, Sudan, Niger, Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic. The country has diverse terrain, including the Tibesti Mountains and Lake Chad, which is Africa's second-largest wetland despite significant shrinkage over the years.

Chad has a population of approximately 15 million people, with a significant portion living below the poverty line. The country is home to a variety of ethnic groups and languages, reflecting its rich cultural diversity.

World Bank governance: rule of law 6th percentile, corruption control 0th percentile, political stability 6th percentile.

Chad's strongest governance dimension is Political Stability at 6/100, placing it in the bottom quartile globally. This reflects a relatively low likelihood of politically motivated violence or instability.

The weakest dimension is Control of Corruption at 0/100. Corruption remains a significant governance challenge, potentially affecting everyday interactions with government institutions.

The narrow spread across all six indicators points to consistent governance performance. Countries with even governance profiles tend to offer predictable environments for travelers and businesses alike.

Chad's fragile governance environment presents real challenges for travelers. Institutional capacity is severely limited across most dimensions. Visitors should expect minimal government services, potential interactions with corruption, and limited recourse through legal systems. Travel to Chad requires extensive preparation and risk awareness.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Chad as Level 3 (Reconsider Travel). Elevated advisory levels combined with governance data paint a fuller picture of conditions on the ground that travelers should consider.