Chad
Republic of Chad
People: Chadian
Chad is located in Middle Africa and has a population of around 19.3 million. Its capital city is N'Djamena, and the most widely spoken official language is Arabic. Chad is landlocked, sharing borders with 6 neighbouring countries.
Chad — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Chad |
|---|---|
| Capital City | N'Djamena |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Middle Africa |
| Population | 19,340,757 |
| Area | 1,284,000 km² |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) Fr |
| Official Languages | Arabic, French |
| Dialling Code | +235 |
| Internet TLD | .td |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | TD / TCD |
| Borders | Cameroon, Central African Republic, Libya, Niger, Nigeria, Sudan |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chad
What is the capital of Chad?
The capital of Chad is N'Djamena.
What currency does Chad use?
Chad uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Chad?
The official languages of Chad are Arabic and French.
What is the dialling code for Chad?
The international dialling code for Chad is +235.
What side of the road does Chad drive on?
Chad drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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