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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.