India visa requirements for Burkinabes

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Burkinabes visiting India

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Indian Visa.


  • Original passport valid at least six months
  • Two visa forms in original
  • Two photographs with white background 35x45mm
  • Covering letter for stating the purpose of the visit.
  • If you are being sponsored,  a sponsorship letter from a relative or a friend is required.
  • Hotel Confirmation from India.
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
  • Return confirm ticket.
  • Sufficient funds to finance stay.
  • Medical Insurance..
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Determine the type of visa you are applying for.

India Visa for Burkinabes

Facts about India

India is popularly known for its religion, diverse culture, ancient history, and its very diverse cuisine. Along with this, there are a lot of other places which allows tourists to go hiking. You can not have enough of the monuments and ancient artifacts on show in the country. You will always want more.

Tourism in India has taken a turn for the better in recent years. In 2016, the country received about 8.9 million foreign tourists and this follows from an 11 percent rise in the numbers of the previous year.

Types of India Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 4 days 180 days
Tourist visa 4 days 6 months
Work visa 3-5 working days 1year (extendable to 5 years)

General Requirements for India Visa


  • Original passport valid at least six months
  • Two visa forms in original
  • Two photographs with white background 35x45mm
  • Covering letter for stating the purpose of the visit.
  • If you are being sponsored,  a sponsorship letter from a relative or a friend is required.
  • Hotel Confirmation from India.
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
  • Return confirm ticket.
  • Sufficient funds to finance stay.
  • Medical Insurance..
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Determine the type of visa you are applying for.
India Business visa India Tourist visa India Work visa

India Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the citizens of Burkina Faso traveling to India for business purposes.
  • Filled out and signed Indian business visa application form. The form is enclosed.
  • Original passport. Passport must have at least 6 months remaining validity and have at least one visa page.
  • Two Photographs. Standard passport photographs 35mm x 45mm inches on a white background.
  • Visa application form filled out in detail(block letters) and signed by the applicant.
  • Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
  • Personal Invitation. If staying with friends or family, a letter of invitation from the host in India.
  • Flight Itinerary
  • Letter of Invitation. An official letter of invitation approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in India.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • Holders of this visa can attend exhibitions and conferences.

India Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to citizens of Burkina Faso traveling to India for tourism/sightseeing
  • Original passport valid for six months beyond your stay in India
  • Copy of tourist voucher issued by tourist company or hotel in India approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in India.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • If invited, a letter of invitation from the host is required.
  • Flight itinerary
  • Two passport photographs with a white background
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Holders of this visa cannot study with it.

India Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to citizens of Burkina Faso traveling to India for work purposes.
  • Two passport size photographs with a white background.
  • A valid passport with a validity of six months beyond your stay in India
  • Letter of employment from the organization in India
  • Educational qualification should be provided
  • Air ticket
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Payment of visa fees
  • Certificate of experience 
  • Medical insurance
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of sufficient funds to finance stay in India
  • Civic status (if married, a marriage certificate should be presented)

India Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Work visa

160.00 (USD)

India Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Burkina Faso

Location

Address

Ouagadougou

No. 167, Rue Joseph Badoua, B.P. 6648, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.

indemb@fasonet.bf

+00-226-312009 00-226-314368

Frequently Asked Questions

Does infant need visa for India?

Yes, Every Foreigner must have an Indian visa to visit India. Newborn babies and minors, children are no exception to this. If you are traveling to India, your baby will need his own Indian visa. Travelling to India without an Indian visa is impossible for a newborn baby.


How long does India visa take?

If you make an application in person, it will take around 3-5 working days for processing.  For short term visas, it will take at least one to two weeks for processing.

What documents do I need for Indian visa as a tourist?

Passport valid for a minimum of 180 days with at least two blank pages, correct visa fee, two recent 50 mm x 50 mm sized photographs, duly filled online visa application form and declaration with signatures. (Printed and duly signed)

How do you dress in India as a foreigner?
Bring loose-fitting T-shirts, tunics, and blouses with high necklines and long or short sleeves, and loose-fitting pants and ankle-length skirts in cool, lightweight fabrics like cotton. Pack a lightweight scarf to wear around your neck for extra modesty and to cover your head when visiting temples and mosques.