Burkina Faso Visa 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.
Single entry
Tourist eVisa
Do I need a visa for Burkina Faso?
Most foreign nationals need a visa to enter Burkina Faso, and eligible travellers can apply online for an eVisa instead of visiting an embassy. Travelling on a US passport, you do need a Burkina Faso visa — the options available to you are Single entry, Tourist eVisa.
Burkina Faso Visa 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 | $59.00 |
| Tourist eVisa | $40.00 | 90 days | $59.00 |
Burkina Faso Visa 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 — 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 — on time or your money back.
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Burkina Faso Visa Requirements
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Burkina Faso Visa Requirements by Nationality
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Burkina Faso visa requirements for other passport holders
Visa eligibility, fees and available visa types vary by passport. Choose your nationality for Burkina Faso visa requirements specific to you.
PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily to ensure accuracy.
- ▶Burkina Faso Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
- ▶U.S. Department of State — Burkina Faso Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
- ▶IATA Timatic — Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com
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