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๐ข Burkina Faso e-visa portal is online and accepting applications
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Burkina Faso eVisa Types. Which one do you need?
Eligible travelers can apply online for Burkina Faso eVisas for tourism, business, medical travel and other qualifying purposes, without visiting an embassy for the eVisa application.
Yes. US passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso. To enter Burkina Faso you need: a valid passport, eVisa required, Fiche de voyage numรฉrique (fiche de renseignement), Health record in accordance with international health regulations, Return transport ticket.
Burkina Faso eVisa Fees & Cost
Burkina Faso visa fees vary by passport nationality and visa type. The government fee is set by Burkina Faso and paid to them; our service fee is separate and covers expert review of your application before it is submitted. Fees below are for a US passport.
Visa type
Government fee
Max stay
Our service from
Single entry
$40.00
90 days
$79.00
Tourist eVisa
$40.00
90 days
$59.00
Express Visa
$185.00
90 days
$199.00
Burkina Faso eVisa Processing Time
Burkina Faso asks travellers to apply at least 10 days before arrival. Government processing usually takes 10 days, but governments do not guarantee a decision date, so apply as early as you can โ applications are accepted well ahead of travel.
Our Standard, Rush and Emergency options set how quickly we review and file your application; the decision itself remains with the Burkina Faso government. Whichever you choose, we tell you the date your visa is guaranteed by โ on time or your money back.
How It Works
How to Get Your Burkina Faso eVisa โ Step by Step
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Apply online in 5โ10 min
Guided form with real-time photo and passport validation.
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Specialist reviews first
We catch the errors that cause most rejections โ including photo specs, passport validity, and name mismatches.
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We submit and track daily
Submitted to Burkina Faso Immigration. Email updates throughout.
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Visa by email
Approved e-visa PDF in your inbox. Print, present, done.
Full Requirements โ VIE Intelligence Engine
Burkina Faso eVisa Requirements
Select a category below. All Burkina Faso visa data is updated daily from official government and embassy sources via our VIE Intelligence Engine.
Burkina Faso requires 9 documents for this application. Our system validates all of these automatically before submission.
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Passport-style photo
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Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
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Yellow fever vaccination certificate (International Certificate of Vaccination)
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Passport-type photograph
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Proof of the reason for staying in Burkina Faso
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Hotel accommodation booking confirmation
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Medical examination certificate
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Health insurance certificate
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Festival invitation letter
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Passport valid 6+ months past entry
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Passport validity, blank pages, dual nationality, and special rules โ what Burkina Faso immigration checks before letting you in.
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Passport valid 6+ months past entry
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Dual nationality rules
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Emergency and damaged passports
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Israeli stamp in passport
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Criminal record impact
May affectโผ
Entry ports, biometrics, wait times, and intel from our VIE border intelligence database.
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Burkina Faso e-Visa: designated entry ports only
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Biometrics on arrival
Not requiredโผ
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Social media screening
Not reportedโผ
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Typical immigration wait times
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Accommodation registration within 24 hours
Required by lawโผ
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Airline pre-board document checks
Varies by airlineโผ
Vaccinations, health insurance, and Burkina Faso's medication import rules.
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Yellow fever certificate
Not required from USโผ
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Banned and restricted medications
Check before travelโผ
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Travel health insurance
Strongly recommendedโผ
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HIV test requirement
Not requiredโผ
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Health screening on arrival
Not activeโผ
Proof of funds, cash declaration limits, and duty-free allowances.
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Proof of sufficient funds
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Cash declaration threshold: $10,000 USD
Declare if over limitโผ
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Duty-free customs allowances
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Prohibited import items
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Essential laws and cultural rules from VIE practical intelligence data.
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Drone LawsBanned
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VPN UsageIllegal
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AlcoholRestricted
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CannabisIllegal โ severe
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GamblingIllegal
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PhotographyMilitary areas banned
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LGBTQ+ safety and legal status
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Drone rules
Registration requiredโผ
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Tipping culture
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Emergency numbers & US Embassy
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If you're connecting through another country on the way to Burkina Faso, check your transit visa requirements here.
Transit Country
Airside
Landside
US Visa Needed?
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โ Free
โ Free
No
๐ถ๐ฆ Qatar (Doha)
โ Free
โ Free
No
๐ธ๐ฌ Singapore
โ Free
โ Free
No
๐ฏ๐ต Japan
โ Free
โ Free
No
๐ฐ๐ท South Korea
โ Free
โ Free
No
๐น๐ญ Thailand
โ Free
โ Free
No
๐จ๐ณ China
โ ๏ธ Varies
โ ๏ธ 144hr only
Check first
โ ๏ธ Transit rules change frequently. Always verify with your airline before booking.
What Burkina Faso requires when you depart โ and the overstay penalties you really don't want to trigger.
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Exit visa required?
No โ standard touristsโผ
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Departure tax
Included in ticketโผ
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Exit ban for unpaid fines
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โ ๏ธ Overstay Consequences
$8
Per day fine
24h
Grace period
3yr
Max ban
Possible
Deportation risk
๐ Digital Nomad Status โ VIE Data
Digital Nomad Visa
Not yet available
Remote-work authorisation
No dedicated category
Avg internet speed
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Monthly cost of living
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Coworking scene
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In-country extension
Not permitted
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Best visa strategy for digital nomads
Strategyโผ
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Tax implications for remote workers
Importantโผ
Avoid These Mistakes
Why Burkina Faso eVisa Applications Get Rejected โ And How We Prevent It
Our document review catches these before submission. Applications rejected due to our error are resubmitted at no charge.
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Passport expires within 6 months of entry
Airlines deny boarding and immigration refuses entry. The #1 cause of rejections.
โ We verify passport validity before submitting
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Details don't exactly match your passport
A single character difference in name, DOB, or passport number causes rejection.
โ We verify all fields match your passport scan
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Prior overstay or visa violation
Prior overstays are on record and may trigger automatic rejection. Tell us โ we can advise.
โ We guide you through handling prior violations
Why Choose Us
Burkina Faso eVisa: Expert Help vs Applying Directly
You can apply on the government portal for free. Here's why 500,000+ travelers paid us instead.
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Never rejected for a preventable mistake
73% of rejections are caused by 4 fixable errors. We check every application first. Rejected due to our error? We resubmit free.
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Government portal monitored 24/7
Burkina Faso's application system goes offline without warning. We watch it around the clock and submit the moment it returns โ you never have to keep checking.
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Get your whole family right first time
Inconsistencies between family applications are a top rejection trigger. We manage all applications together.
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Human help for complex cases
Prior overstay? Dual nationality? A specialist handles your case personally. Avg response under 2 hours.
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Official Advisories
Current Travel Advisories for Burkina Faso
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US State Dept
Exercise Normal Precautions
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UK FCDO
No special precautions
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Canada DFATD
Take normal precautions
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Australia DFAT
Exercise normal safety precautions
Quick Reference
Burkina Faso eVisa Requirements by Nationality
Select your passport above to personalise this table.
The Burkina Faso eVisa is an official electronic visa issued by Burkina Faso's immigration authorities. It replaces the old visa sticker in your passport. You apply and pay online, and once it's approved the visa is emailed to you. It lets you enter and stay for up to 90 days. PassportsAndVisas.com can complete the whole application for you.
Who can apply for a Burkina Faso eVisa?
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Most visitors to Burkina Faso apply for the eVisa before they travel. Citizens of the ECOWAS countries (Benin, Cape Verde, Cรดte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Togo) don't need a visa. Everyone else needs one. Tell us your passport and we'll confirm exactly what applies to you.
What documents do I need for a Burkina Faso tourist eVisa?
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You'll need a valid passport (valid more than six months after you leave Burkina Faso), recent colour photos on a white background (3.5 ร 4.5 cm), and proof of why you're visiting. For tourists, that's a booking of at least three nights at a hotel in Burkina Faso, or a festival invitation if you're going for an event. You'll also need a medical certificate stating you have no contagious disease and health insurance covering your stay. PassportsAndVisas.com checks everything before submitting.
How much does the Burkina Faso tourist eVisa cost?
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The government fee for a tourist visa is 66,000 CFA francs, for either single or multiple entry. If you need a fast decision, the Express visa costs 247,500 CFA francs and is answered within 72 hours. PassportsAndVisas.com shows you the full price, including our service, before you pay.
How long can I stay in Burkina Faso on a tourist eVisa?
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A tourist short-stay visa is valid for up to 90 days. With a single-entry visa you can stay up to 90 days on one trip. With a multiple-entry visa you can make several trips, but your total time can't go over 90 days. The exact length is set from the details in your application. The visa doesn't allow you to work without permission from the labour ministry.
Do I need to print my Burkina Faso eVisa?
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Yes. Your approved eVisa arrives by email. Print it and keep it with your passport, because you'll need to show it when you board your flight and again when you arrive in Burkina Faso.
What is the Burkina Faso Fiche de voyage and do I need one?
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Yes, every traveller needs one, whatever their passport. Since 8 April 2026, all passengers must fill in the Fiche de voyage online before each arrival and before each departure. It's separate from your visa. You enter your identity, passport and flight details, and you get a QR code to show the border officer. Have your passport or ID and your flight ticket ready.
Do I need a return ticket to enter Burkina Faso?
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Yes. Border officers ask every foreign visitor for a return ticket. If you don't have one, you need to pay a repatriation deposit or hold an exemption from it. Booking your return before you fly is the easiest option.
Can I extend my visa while I'm in Burkina Faso?
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Yes, you can ask to renew it, but you must do it in person. Go to the migration service in the 7 days before your visa expires and bring your original documents. You can pay the fee in cash or by card; card payments carry an extra processing charge.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Burkina Faso?
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Yes. Every foreign visitor must show an international health record at the border, and the yellow vaccination card (yellow fever) is the document checked at the airport. Carry the original with your passport.
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PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily to ensure accuracy.
โถBurkina Faso Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
โถU.S. Department of State โ Burkina Faso Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
โถIATA Timatic โ Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com