Apply for your Burkina Faso eVisa online
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Burkina Faso eVisa requirements
The Burkina Faso eVisa is an electronic travel authorization that allows international visitors to enter the country for tourism, business, or family visits.
Required documents for the Burkina Faso eVisa
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Passport (must be valid for 6 months from arrival date)
- Digital photo
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Flight and accommodation details
- Valid email address
Requirements may vary depending on nationality.
Burkina Faso eVisa pricing and validity
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- Who it's for
- Travelers visiting Burkina Faso for tourism or to see family. Nationals of the West African free-movement bloc enter without a visa, as do Moroccan and Mauritanian travelers, so this document does not apply to them.
- Permitted activities
- Tourism and family visits, in the government portal's own wording. Business, work, and study applicants are directed to an embassy or consulate rather than the online eVisa.
- How you travel
- The eVisa is used at the international airports in Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso and at land border crossings. Whichever route you take, an officer authenticates and stamps it at the port of entry.
- Delivery format
- A PDF sent to you by email. Print it and carry it, because the printed copy is what you present at the border, where an officer authenticates and stamps it before you are admitted.
- Good to know
- Every traveler needs their own eVisa regardless of age, and a parent or guardian files for a child with consent documentation. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for everyone over nine months old and must be given well before you arrive, which is the most common reason applications come unstuck.
- Validity
- Valid for 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
- Length of stay
- Stay up to 90 days per entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 6 days
How to apply for your Burkina Faso eVisa
Three simple steps — iVisa prepares, reviews, and files your Burkina Faso eVisa for you.
Complete the application
Answer a few simple questions and upload your documents, choose your processing speed, and pay securely. Most travelers finish in minutes.
We review and submit your application
Our experts check your application for the errors that cause government rejections, fix them with you, then submit it directly to the Burkina Faso government on your behalf.
Receive your Burkina Faso eVisa
Once approved, your Burkina Faso eVisa arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
Burkina Faso visa FAQs
Quick answers to the most common questions about the Burkina Faso eVisa.
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Do I need a Burkina Faso eVisa?
It depends on your nationality. Citizens of ECOWAS countries (such as Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal) and a few others like Morocco and Mauritania are generally visa-exempt. Most other nationalities, including citizens of the EU, UK, and Canada, must obtain a visa.
How will I receive the Burkina Faso eVisa?
You will receive an official Electronic Visa as a PDF via email. You must print this document and carry it with you throughout your trip. Immigration officers will scan the barcode on your printed eVisa to grant entry. If you applied through iVisa, you can also find a copy of your approval PDF in your dashboard.
How long can I stay in Burkina Faso?
The standard eVisa is usually issued for a stay of 30 days or 90 days, depending on the option you select during application. You can choose between single-entry or multiple-entry visas. Multiple-entry visas can remain valid for up to 3 months or even longer for specific business purposes.
Can I extend my stay in Burkina Faso?
Yes. If you wish to stay longer than your eVisa allows, you must visit the Direction Générale de la Police Nationale (Service de la Migration) in Ouagadougou before your current visa expires to apply for an extension.
What is the processing time for the Burkina Faso eVisa?
Government processing typically takes between 3 to 7 business days. With iVisa, you choose your processing speed at checkout, and the option you pick is shown with its delivery time before you pay.
Do children/minors need a Burkina Faso eVisa?
Yes. Every traveler, including infants and children, must have their own individual eVisa. You can use iVisa's "Add another person" feature to easily manage applications for the whole family in one session, saving time and effort.
Can I enter Burkina Faso by land with an eVisa?
Yes. The eVisa is accepted at major land borders. However, keep in mind that travel near border zones (especially Northern and Eastern regions) is often subject to security advisories. Ensure you have a printed copy of your visa and your Yellow Fever certificate ready for inspection.
What happens if my Burkina Faso eVisa application is rejected?
Common reasons for rejection include blurry passport scans, missing vaccination records, or a passport with less than 6 months of validity. While government fees are generally non-refundable, iVisa provides a dedicated review to minimize these risks. If rejected, you may need to re-apply with corrected information or visit the nearest embassy. We also offer optional denial protection.
iVisa vs. the official Burkina Faso process
Why travelers choose iVisa
On your own
- You have to register an account on the official portal before you can enter any information.
- The English pages are incomplete, with untranslated French left in the FAQ.
- The contact page lists placeholder phone and email details, so reaching anyone is uncertain.
- The full checklist sits behind the portal login, spread across a multi-step flow.
- Begin straight away, with no account to create first.
- A form and support you can read fully in your own language.
- Live support on several channels, staffed by people who work on these applications.
- Passport, photo, yellow fever certificate, and accommodation proof gathered in one guided flow.
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