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Ivory Coast eVisa requirements
The Ivory Coast eVisa (Côte d'Ivoire Pre-Enrollment) is a mandatory electronic travel authorization for citizens of eligible countries visiting for tourism or business.
you apply online to receive an official Pre-Enrollment Document, which you then use to collect your actual biometric visa upon arrival at Port Bouet Airport in Abidjan.
Required documents for the Ivory Coast eVisa
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months after arrival)
- A copy of your flight itinerary (round trip)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
- Valid email address
Requirements may vary depending on nationality.
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- Who it's for
- Travelers from eligible countries visiting Ivory Coast for tourism, business, or to see family. It is open to ordinary passport holders only, so diplomatic and service passport holders go through an embassy instead.
- Permitted activities
- Tourism, business, and family visits all share the one authorization. Only your supporting document changes: a legalized invitation letter for a business or family visit, or a hotel booking or accommodation certificate for tourism.
- How you travel
- This route works for arrivals by air at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny airport only. Land borders and seaports need a traditional embassy visa arranged in advance, which is the most common way a traveler with valid paperwork still gets turned away.
- Delivery format
- Not a fully remote document. You receive a pre-enrollment approval by email, then collect the physical visa in person at Abidjan airport after your fingerprints and photo are taken. Print both the payment receipt and the approval before you fly, because the enrollment desk works from printouts.
- Good to know
- Biometrics are captured on every application, with no shortcut for a returning traveler. Each minor needs their own application filed by a parent or guardian, and while under-12s do not give fingerprints they still have to be at the enrollment booth. Bring your yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is checked at that desk rather than when you apply.
- Validity
- Valid for 90 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
- Length of stay
- Stay up to 90 days in total
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 5 days
How to apply for your Ivory Coast eVisa
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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 Ivory Coast government on your behalf.
Receive your Ivory Coast eVisa
Once approved, your Ivory Coast eVisa arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
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Ivory Coast visa FAQs
Quick answers to the most common questions about the Ivory Coast eVisa.
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Who needs a visa for the Ivory Coast?
Most foreign nationals require a visa. Citizens of ECOWAS countries (such as Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal) enjoy visa-free entry. Travelers from many other nations, including the US, UK, and EU, are eligible to apply for the Ivory Coast eVisa (Pre-enrollment) online.
How will I receive the Ivory Coast eVisa?
You will first receive a Pre-Enrollment Document (biometric receipt) via email. You must print this document and bring it with you. Upon arrival at Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan, you will proceed to the "Visa Airport" zone to have your fingerprints and photo taken and receive the physical visa sticker in your passport.
How long can I stay in Ivory Coast with an eVisa?
The Ivory Coast eVisa is typically a multiple-entry visa valid for 90 days from the date of issue. You can enter and exit the country multiple times within this period.
Can I extend my Ivory Coast eVisa?
Yes. If you wish to stay longer than 90 days, you must apply for an extension at the Sûreté Nationale (Immigration Office) in Abidjan before your current visa expires.
How long does Ivory Coast eVisa processing take?
The official government processing time for the pre-enrollment document is usually 48 to 72 hours. With iVisa, you can get your Ivory Coast eVisa in as fast as 5 days.
Do I need a Yellow Fever vaccination?
Yes. A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is a mandatory requirement for entry into the Ivory Coast. You will be asked to present your "Yellow Book" along with your pre-enrollment document upon arrival.
Can I enter through any border with the eVisa?
No. The eVisa (pre-enrollment) system is currently only available for travelers arriving at Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Abidjan). If you are entering via a land border or seaport, you must obtain a traditional visa from an embassy in advance.
What happens if my application is denied?
Denials are often caused by mismatched flight dates or unclear passport copies. iVisa's expert review process checks your application to ensure all documents meet the government's requirements. iVisa also offers optional denial protection for your application.
iVisa vs. the official Ivory Coast process
Why travelers choose iVisa
On your own
- You create an account and work through a multi-step pre-enrollment, appointment, and payment flow before anything is filed.
- You need an accommodation certificate legalized at a town hall in Ivory Coast, which most first-time visitors have no idea how to arrange.
- The official site is French-first. An English toggle exists, but much of the content stays in French.
- A single email address and phone line.
- One guided application, with no account to set up first.
- We walk you through what this document is and how to get a valid one.
- English-first, with support in your language.
- Guided support whenever you need it while applying.
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