Central African Republic Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of the Central African Republic. Your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in the Central African Republic. You need a visa, applied for through the Central African Republic Embassy in Paris. Yellow fever certificate required.
Central African Republic travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Needed: apply via the embassy in Paris
Certificate required at the border
Export tax on cultural artefacts
Official source: GOV.UK Central African Republic entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months after arrival
- Visa required before you travel
- Yellow fever certificate required
- FCDO advises against travel to some areas
Passport validity for Central African Republic
GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in the Central African Republic. You will be denied entry if your passport has been reported lost or stolen.
Check the expiry date against your arrival date, not just your return date, before you book.
Visas
You must have a visa to visit the Central African Republic. Apply through the Central African Republic Embassy in Paris.
Requirements can change at short notice, so contact the embassy for the latest information before you travel.
Arriving and border checks
To pass border control, you must have a certificate to prove you've had a yellow fever vaccination.
You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. There is an export tax on cultural artefacts.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for the Central African Republic?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in the Central African Republic.
Do I need a visa for the Central African Republic?
Yes. You must have a visa to visit the Central African Republic. Apply through the Central African Republic Embassy in Paris.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for the Central African Republic?
Yes. GOV.UK says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to pass border control.