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How to apply for your Burkina Faso visa with iVisa

Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions to find out whether you need a Burkina Faso eVisa or another Burkinabe document. Then, upload your documents and pay securely. You can save your progress and come back anytime. Most people finish in less than 10 minutes.

We’ll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

We review your application

The Burkina Faso eVisa system is known for being a bit picky – your photo must be the right size, and your passport scan must be clear.

Don’t worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays. One of our experts checks everything for errors or missing information to make sure it’s ready to go. This review is quick but thorough.

We submit it for government processing

We’re not the government, but we submit your application to them and are here for you along the way if there are any problems.

Get your Burkina Faso eVisa

We’ll email your approved eVisa and let you know how to use it for your trip.

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Visa types needed for Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso eVisa
AES Visa (Alliance of Sahel States)*
National Long-Term Visa*
Conference, Studies, and Training Visa*
Cooperation and Official Visas*

Burkina Faso eVisa

Purpose: The Burkina Faso eVisa is for foreign nationals visiting for tourism, business meetings, family visits, transit, or short-term training/studies.

When to apply: It’s recommended to apply at least one week in advance.

Duration and extensions: The visa allows stays of 30 days or 90 days, depending on the option selected. Extensions must be requested in person at the Direction Générale de la Police Nationale (DGPN) in Ouagadougou.

Entries: It’s issued as either a single-entry or multiple-entry visa.

Ports of entry: eVisa holders can enter through Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA), Bobo-Dioulasso Airport (BOY), and all major land border crossings.

Delivery format: Approved applicants receive a pre-approval eVisa via email. Travelers must print this document to present to immigration officials.

AES Visa (Alliance of Sahel States)*

A specialized regional visa allowing unified travel between Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. It's for nationals and residents of these three member states or foreigners visiting the bloc. Validity is typically 90 days for multiple entries within the AES territory.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

National Long-Term Visa*

Required for foreigners intending to stay in the country for more than 90 days. It's for work, long-term study, or family reunification. This visa is a prerequisite for applying for a Carte de Séjour (Residence Permit) upon arrival. It’s typically issued for 6 months to 1 year.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

Conference, Studies, and Training Visa*

Grouped for those attending specific academic or professional events. It’s for students, researchers, or participants in government-sanctioned training programs. Validity is tied to the duration of the event or academic term, often issued for up to 1 year.

*We currently don’t offer this visa.

Cooperation and Official Visas*

The Cooperation Visa is for NGO workers and international aid staff. Diplomatic and Service Visas are strictly for government officials and diplomats on official business. These are usually free of charge and valid for the duration of the official mission or diplomatic posting.

*We currently don’t offer these visas.

Burkina Faso visa policy

Most foreign nationals must obtain a visa before traveling to Burkina Faso for tourism, business, study, work, or other purposes. Citizens of ECOWAS member states, such as Ghana and Nigeria, do not require a visa.

Travelers entering Burkina Faso by air must complete a visa application online and receive a pre-approval eVisa, which must be presented to immigration.

General Burkina Faso visa requirements are:

Passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival with at least one blank page
Recent digital passport photo
Travel details (such as flight itinerary and a hotel reservation or letter of invitation)
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for all travelers for entry)
Additional supporting documents depending on visa type (e.g., employment contract for work visas or admission letter for student visas)

Burkina Faso visa prices

Burkina Faso eVisa

Prices starting from $89.99

Valid for 3 months after issued

Multiple entry

Stay up to 90 days per entry

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Main reason for denials:

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Average time it takes to apply:

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FAQs

How long can I stay in Burkina Faso on an eVisa?

It depends on the visa you choose. Single-entry eVisas are valid for 30 or 90 days. Multiple-entry visas offer more flexibility within their validity period.

Which nationalities don’t need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Citizens of ECOWAS countries can visit for up to 90 days without a visa. Other nationalities, like Singapore and the UAE, also enjoy short-term visa-free access.

Do I need a visa if I’m just transiting through Burkina Faso?

Most travelers don’t need a transit visa if they stay in the airport for less than 24 hours and have a confirmed onward ticket. Some nationalities, like South African passport holders, still require a visa even for transit.

What documents do I need to apply for the Burkina Faso eVisa?

You’ll need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a recent passport-style photo, travel details (like accommodation and return flights), and sometimes a yellow fever certificate.