Central African Republic
Entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full 鈥楤ritish citizen鈥� passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government鈥檚 understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in the Central African Republic set and enforce entry rules. If you鈥檙e not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the (in French).听聽聽聽
Passport validity requirements
To enter the Central African Republic, your passport must have an 鈥榚xpiry date鈥� at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Visa requirements
You must have a visa to visit the Central African Republic.
Applying for a visa
Apply for a visa through the (in French). Requirements can change at short notice, contact the Central African Republic Embassy in Paris for the latest requirements.
Vaccine requirements
To pass border control in the Central African Republic, you must have a certificate to prove you鈥檝e had a yellow fever vaccination.
For more details about health entry requirements and recommended vaccinations for the Central African Republic, see .听
Customs rules
There are strict rules about . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
There is an export tax on cultural artefacts.