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Chad

Republic of Chad

Mixed (French civil law, customary and Islamic law)Unitary presidential republicIndexed· 2026-08-03
Capital
N'Djamena
Population
18,300,000
Languages
French, Arabic
Currency
XAF

Chad · Legislation

Legislation and primary sources

Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Chad, and how to confirm it is still in force.

Sources of law, ranked

Constitution of 2023
Adopted by referendum, ending the transition.
OHADA Uniform Acts
Directly applicable commercial law.
CEMAC community law
Regional economic and monetary rules.
Laws and ordinances
Parliamentary statutes and delegated instruments.
Customary and Islamic rules
Govern most marriage, divorce and inheritance questions in practice.

The legislative process

Bills are examined in committee and plenary and passed by the legislature, then promulgated by the President. The Constitutional Council may be seised before promulgation.

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