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Barbados |
90 days |
Barbados, known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean is a country of 284,996 people whose name literally means “the bearded ones”. |
- Citizens of Burkina Faso can visit Barbados for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Intending tourists from Burkina Faso are to provide a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Barbados. The passport should have at least two blank pages for stamping.
- Visitors are to provide proof of accommodation for their stay in Barbados, which could be a hotel reservation or a letter from the host who is already living in Barbados.
- Nationals of Burkina Faso visiting Barbados must provide a copy of their financial statement to show that they have enough money to take care of themselves for their entire stay in Barbados.
- Tourists below the age of eighteen (18) travelling without a parent or guardian must have a letter of authorization from a parent or guardian.
- Prospective visitors hoping to travel to Barbados can do so from any international airport in Burkina Faso. These airports can be found in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Some of the airlines that travellers can board from Burkina Faso to Barbados include Air Antilles Express, JetBlue, Virgin Atlantic, Air Antilles Express and Air France.
- The estimated flight duration from Ouagadougou to Bridgetown, Barbados is 20 hours, 30 minutes as well as from Tenkodogo.
- The official currency used in Barbados is the Barbadian Dollar(B$). The US Dollar is also acceptable in the country. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Christianity is the dominating religion in Barbados with about 95% of the population of the country. Other religions are Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, Wicca, and Baha’i.
- The power and socket plug used in Barbados is of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 115 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Barbados has a tropical climate and the weather is usually hot and sunny all year round, with over 3000 hours of sunshine each year. The rain comes in quick showers. The dry season lasts from January to June.
- The official language in Barbados is English, however, Bajan is spoken majorly in an informal setting throughout the country.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $350 BBD a day for expenses while in Barbados.
- Some delicacies tourists can try in Barbados include, cou cou, flying fish, rice and peas, cutters, etc.
- Visitors can move around in Barbados with buses, taxis and car rental. Also, driving is on the left side.
- Barbados make use of the Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4), which put Burkina Faso four hours ahead in time.
- Bathsheba, Crane Beach, Barbados Wildlife Reserve and Farley Hill National Park are fascinating places in Barbados that tourists can visit while in the country.
- Visitors in Barbados are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Bahamas |
90 days |
The Bahamas consists of 700 islands, a beautiful pink beach and is home to the famous Swimming Pigs. |
- Burkina Faso passport holders can visit the Bahamas for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Intending travellers will be required to provide a passport valid for 6 months beyond departure date from the Bahamas. The passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Burkinabes are required to have a return or onward ticket and confirmation of accommodation which could be in the form of a hotel reservation.
- Tourist will also be required to provide that they have enough funds to sustain themselves while in the Bahamas.
- Nationals of Burkina Faso must provide a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Visitors are advised to be vaccinated 10 days before entering the Bahamas.
- Prospective visitors can get to the Bahamas from any international airport in Burkina Faso. These airports can be found in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Kenya Airways, British Airways, Brussels Airlines and Air France are some of the airlines that fly from Zimbabwe to the Bahamas.
- The estimated flight duration from Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo to Nassau, Bahamas is 19 hours, 45 minutes.
- The Bahamian Dollar is the official currency of the Bahamas. The USD is also widely accepted. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- The most prominent religion in the Bahamas is Christianity. Other religions are Islam, Buddhism, Baha’i, Hinduism.
- The climate of the Bahamas is tropical. The best time to visit is in Autumn and Spring, based on favourable climatic conditions.
- Although the official language of the Bahamas is English, the Bahamian pidgin and Haitian creole are also well used.
- The Bahamas use the Eastern Daylight Time (GMT- 4), which puts Burkina Faso four hours ahead in time.
- The power and socket plug used in the Bahamas are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Movement in the Bahamas is made possible with buses, taxis and car rentals. Also, driving is on the left-hand side.
- The average amount of tourists spend per day in the Bahamas on expenses is 124 Bahamian Dollar.
- Dean's Blue Hole, Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Centre, Atlantis and Nassau Straw Market are some of the tourist centres that Tanzanians can visit while in the Bahamas.
- Cracked Conch, conch salad, rock lobsters, Bahamian Stew Fish, johnnycakes are some of the delicacies in the Bahamas.
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Benin |
90 days |
Benin is home to about 20 diverse ethnic groups, breathtaking landscapes and the most beautiful carved wood masks in the world. |
- The immigration policy in Benin permits nationals of Burkina Faso to visit without a visa for a duration of 90 days.
- Prospective visitors to Benin are required to have a passport valid for a period of 6 months beyond the date of departure, even though the country is visa-free for Burkinabes. The passport should, however, have two blank pages.
- Tourists from Burkina Faso are required to show proof of accommodation for their stay in Benin.
- Citizens of Burkina Faso are to provide a return or onward ticket, as well as proof that they have enough funds to spend in the country which could be in the form of their bank statement.
- Nationals of Burkina Faso below the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Intending visitors can get to Porto-Novo, Benin from any international airport in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Air Burkina, Air Cote D'Ivoire and ASKY are some of the Airlines that fly from Burkina Faso to Benin.
- The estimated flight duration from Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo to Port-Novo, Benin is 2 hours, 45 minutes.
- West African CFA Franc is the official currency in Benin. The Euro is the most advised foreign currency to take along because it can be easily exchanged. Tourist can exchange other foreign currencies at banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Various denominations of Christianity, Islam and traditional religion, make up the religious demography of Benin.
- About 55 languages are spoken in Benin whereby 50 of them are indigenous. Nevertheless, French is the official language of the country.
- The climate in Benin is hot and humid. There are two rainy and two dry seasons. The best time to visit Benin is from July to August and December to March when the weather is most favourable.
- The numerous natural and historical beauties found in Benin make it a great place for tourist travel.
- Transportation in Benin can be made possible with motorbikes, bicycles, moped taxis and buses.
- Benin uses the West African Standard Time (GMT +1), which put Benin an hour ahead of Burkina Faso.
- On average, a tourist spends about 10,000 CFA per day in Benin.
- Ouidah, Porto Novo, Grand -Popo and Bohicon are great places to visit in Benin.
- The power and socket plug used in Benin are of Type E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Common staples in Benin include maize, yam and peas. Aloko (fried plantain), fufu (mashed yam formed into a paste) and beye ( a kind of cake made from roasted peanuts) are common dishes in Benin.
- Benin is a beautiful country with lots of tourist engaging activities, however, tourists are advised to take necessary precautions while in the country.
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Bolivia |
90 days |
Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic. |
- The visa policy in Bolivia permits nationals of Burkina Faso to visit for a duration of 90 days by applying for an e-visa.
- Intending tourists can also obtain a visa upon on arrival at a Bolivian embassy or consulate and upon their arrival in Bolivia. This visa only allows for a single entry into Bolivia.
- Citizens of Burkina Faso travelling to Bolivia are required to have a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of departure from Bolivia.
- Visitors below the age of 18 planning to enter the country must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Tourists will also be required to provide proof of accommodation in Bolivia which could be a hotel reservation.
- A copy of your latest bank statement will be required to show proof of sufficient funds to spend during your stay in Bolivia.
- On entry and exit from Bolivia, tourists with amounts exceeding USD 10,000 will be declared.
- Burkinabes with amounts over USD 50,000 or equivalent, registration at the Central Bank of Bolivia is required.
- An airport tax of BOB 190 will be imposed on tourists when exiting Bolivia.
- A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Bolivia will be required.
- Prospective visitors hoping to travel to Bolivia can do so from any international airport in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Some of the airlines that fly from Burkina Faso to Bolivia include Royal Air Maroc, Air Europe, Amaszonas, Avianca, and Brussels Airlines.
- The estimated flight time from Burkina Faso to Sucre, Bolivia is 1 day, 10 hours.
- The largest religion in Bolivia is Christianity, with Roman Catholicism being the largest denomination. Indigenous Bolivians have blended Catholicism and their traditional religious beliefs.
- The temperature in Bolivia is determined by the altitude as well as the season, with highland areas such as La Paz, Lake Titicaca, Potosi and Uyuni generally cool and extremely cold at night. Despite the cold weather, Bolivia's dry season is the most popular time of the year to travel.
- Spanish is the official language of Bolivia, although there are other indigenous languages which include Aymara, Chiquitano, Chiriguano and Guyana.
- The food in Bolivia consists mainly of meat, potatoes, corn pancakes, rice, eggs, and vegetables. Local specialities include pique a lo macho, grilled beef and sausage, lechón, suckling pig and cuy, whole roasted guinea pig, etc.
- The official currency used in Bolivia is the Bolivian Boliviano. Although the US Dollar can be used at big stores in major cities. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Visitors can move around in Bolivia with minibuses, trufis and cabs.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $30 per day pon expenses.
- Salar de Uyuni, Tiwanaku, Lake Titicaca and Reserva Eduardo Avaroa are some of the tourist sites in Bolivia, Nigerians should visit.
- The timezone in Bolivia is (GMT -4), which puts Burkina Faso four hours ahead of Bolivia.
- The power and socket plug used in Bolivia are of Type A and C. The standard voltage is between 220-230 V and the standard frequency is 50-60 Hz.
- Bolivia is home to an interesting, unique and fascinating culture and history.
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DR Congo |
90 days |
DRC is a country of remote locations, national parks and dense rain forests . It has a population of 79,722,624. |
- The visa policy in the Democratic Republic of Congo permits citizens of Burkina Faso to visit the country for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for 6 months beyond the intended date of departure from DR Congo. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Tourists will be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination. Visitors are advised to be vaccinated 10 days before entering DR Congo.
- Visitors from Burkina Faso are required to provide proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
- A detailed printed itinerary of your time in DRC and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay, which can be a hotel reservation will be required.
- Persons who have been declared Persona Non Grata by the government of DRC will not be allowed entry into the country.
- The government of DR Congo requires that travellers declare cash amounts of over 5 million CDF ($5,400).
- In DR Congo, it is illegal to export the CDF (Congolese Franc).
- Burkinabes will be required to pay a $50 airport exit fee when departing the country.
- Visitors hoping to get to DR Congo can do so from any international airport in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Air Cote D'Ivoire and ASKY are some of the carriers that fly from Burkina Faso to DR Congo.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Kinshasa, DR Congo is 6 hours, 30 minutes.
- French is the official language of DR Congo. Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba are the four main indigenous languages spoken by the locals in DR Congo.
- Congolese franc is the official currency used in DR Congo. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- More than 90% of the population of DR Congo are Christians, consisting of Roman Catholics, Protestants, and other denomination of Christians. The Sunni Muslims and other indigenous religions make up the minority.
- In DR Congo, the climate is hot and humid in the river basin and cool and dry in the southern highlands, with a cold, alpine climate in the Rwenzori Mountains.
- Transportation in DR Congo can be made possible with buses, taxis and train.
- The Democratic Republic of Congo uses the West African Standard time (GMT+1), which puts an hour ahead of Burkina Faso.
- The power and socket plug used in DR Congo are of Type C, D and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Haiti |
90 days |
Haiti is home to over 10 million people, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus; where cocks get high on rum. |
- Burkina Faso passport holders can visit Haiti for a period of 90 days without a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of their arrival in Haiti. The passport should have two blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
- Tourists are required to provide proof they have sufficient funds to cover their entire stay in Haiti. An onward or return ticket is also necessary, as well as proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for the stay in Haiti.
- Burkinabes travelling to Haiti must pay a tourist fee set at $10.00 on arrival at the airport.
- Citizens of Burkina Faso visiting Haiti with pets must have a veterinary health certificate and proof of rabies vaccination.
- On entry into Haiti, tourists with amounts exceeding $10,000 will have to declare it on arrival.
- Although there is no direct flight from Burkina Faso to Haiti, intending visitors can get to Haiti from international airports in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Royal Air Maroc, JetBlue, Air France, Air Burkina and Air Cote D'Ivoire are some of the carriers that fly from Burkina Faso to Haiti.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Port-au-Prince, Haiti is 1 day, 16 hours.
- Haiti has a hot and humid tropical climate. The north wind brings fog and drizzle, which interrupt Haiti's dry season from November to January. But from February to May, the weather is very wet. Northeast trade winds bring rains during the wet season.
- Christianity, precisely Roman Catholicism, is the official religion of Haiti, with about 80% of the entire population practising it. However, a large majority of Haitians believe in and practice at least one aspect of voodoo.
- The official currency of Haiti is the Haitian Gourde, although the USD is also widely accepted. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- The Haitian Creole (Kreyòl) and French are the official languages of Haiti.
- November to March is the best time to visit Haiti because the temperatures are much cooler and perfect for relaxing on the beaches.
- Tourists are advised to budget between $60-$75 to spend per day while in Haiti.
- Some of the delicacies tourists can enjoy in Haiti include poulet aux noix (chicken and cashew nuts), mayi moulen ak sòs pwa, poul an sòs (cornmeal with beans and stewed chicken), griyo (fried pork), lanbi an sòs lanbi kreyol (conch in creole sauce), lanbi boukannen and woma boukannen (grilled conch and lobster).
- The hurricane season in Haiti lasts from June to the end of November; tourists are advised to plan their trip cautiously.
- Haiti uses the Eastern Daylight Time (GMT- 4), which means Burkina Faso is four hours ahead in time.
- The power and socket plug used in Haiti are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 110 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Movement in Haiti is possible with buses, taxis and car rentals.
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Hong Kong |
14 days |
Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular
landscapes and the best culinary delights. |
- Burkina Faso passport holders can visit Hong Kong without a visa for a duration of 14 days.
- Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of their arrival in Hong Kong. The passport should have at least two blank pages.
- Tourists from Burkina Faso are also required to provide evidence of enough funds to cover their expenses while in Hong Kong. A valid onward or return ticket back to Burkina Faso is needed as well.
- Visitors to Hong Kong must provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Hong Kong. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in Hong Kong.
- Travellers with pets (dogs and cats) will be required to provide a Certificate of Health for the animal signed by an official Government Veterinarian in Burkina Faso, dated not more than 14 days before the date of departure.
- Intending visitors can get to Hong Kong from international airports in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Royal Air Maroc, Air France, Air China and Turkish Airlines are some of the carriers that constantly fly from Burkina Faso to Hong Kong.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Beijing, Hong Kong is 19 hours, 25 minutes.
- Chinese and English are the official languages of Hong Kong. However, most of the locals speak Cantonese, which is a dialect of Chinese.
- The Hong Kong dollar is the official currency used in Hong Kong. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- The religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism are some of the religions practised in Hong Kong.
- Visitors are advised to budget about $50 per daily spending in Hong Kong.
- The climate in Hong Kong is subtropical. Hong Kong has four distinguishable seasons - a warm and humid spring, hot and rainy summer, pleasant and sunny autumn, and cool and dry winter.
- Some of the special delicacies found in Hong Kong are sweet and sour pork, wontons, roast gooses, wind sand chicken, shrimp and chicken balls, phoenix talons (chickens' feet), etc.
- Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong Standard Time (GMT+8), which puts Hong Kong eight hours ahead of Burkina Faso.
- The power and socket plug used in Hong Kong are of Type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Movement in Hong Kong is possible with buses, minibuses, taxis, car rentals and trains.
- Visitors in Hong Kong are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Indonesia |
30 days |
Indonesia is a country of some 240 million people. It is known for its several islands, its active volcanoes, and for being the home of the last of th... |
- Nationals of Burkina Faso can visit Indonesia for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Although a visa is not required, prospective visitors are still required to carry a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of their arrival in Indonesia. The passport should also have two blank pages.
- Visitors from Burkina Faso will be required to provide proof of confirmed means of accommodation for their stay in Indonesia.
- Indonesia has placed a currency restriction of $7,500 for exit and entry into the country. Visitors coming into the country with any amount exceeding this will have to declare it on arrival.
- Burkina Faso citizens visiting Indonesia must present a yellow fever vaccination certificate on arrival.
- Tourists from Burkina Faso below the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Intending visitors can get to Indonesia from any of the international airports in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Oman Air, Ethiopia Airways, Air France and Turkish Airlines are some of the carriers that fly from Burkina Faso to Indonesia.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Jakarta, Indonesia is 23 hours, 5 minutes.
- The climate in Indonesia is tropical. There are two main seasons in Indonesia: the dry season, which spans from May to September, and the wet season which is between October and April (this is when the weather is most favourable for a visit).
- The dominating religion in Indonesia is Islam, precisely the Sunni section. Christianity, Hindu, Buddhist, Confucianist, traditional religion and others, make up the minority in Indonesia’s religion demography.
- Indonesian Rupiah is Indonesia’s official currency. Visitors can easily exchange their foreign currencies at banks, hotels and exchange outlets across the country.
- There are over 250 languages spoken in Indonesia, but the official language remains Indonesian (locally known as Bahasa Indonesia).
- Transportation in Indonesia can be made possible with motorbikes, pedicabs, taxis and buses.
- Indonesia uses the Western Indonesia Time (GMT +7), which puts Indonesia seven hours ahead of Burkina Faso in time.
- Tourists travelling to Indonesia are advised to budget about $35 to spend per day on expenses.
- Major tourist sites in Indonesia include Tanah Lot, Uluwatu Temple and Borobudur Temple.
- The power and socket plug used in Indonesia are of Type C and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Sabal, satay, bakso, soto, nasi goreng, gado-gado and nasi uduk are some of the delicacies enjoyed in Indonesia.
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Philippines |
30 days |
Philippines is the 12th most populated country in the world with a population of over 108 million people. It is known for its exports of coconuts and... |
- There is a visa exemption policy between Burkina Faso and the Philippines, which enables citizens of Burkina Faso to visit the Philippines for a duration of 30 days visa-free.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months beyond their stay in the Philippines. The passport should have at least two blank pages for entry and exit stamping.
- Nationals of Burkina Faso must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in the Philippines. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the Philippines.
- A return ticket to Burkina Faso or onward destination is needed as well.
- On entry and exit into the Philippines, local currency above PHP 50,000 require an authorization from the Central Bank of the Philippines, and foreign currencies $10,000 will be declared on arrival in the Philippines.
- Burkinabes bringing in pets must be accompanied by veterinarian good health certificate, issued at Burkina Faso, stating that the animal has not been exposed to communicable disease and prior import permit obtained from Bureau of Animal Industry.
- Prospective visitors can get to the Philippines from any international airport in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Turkish Airlines, Emirates Airlines, Etihad, and Qatar Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Burkina Faso to the Philippines.
- The estimated flight time from Burkina Faso to Manila, Philippines is 1 day.
- The Philippine Peso is the official currency used in the Philippines. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- The Philippines has five types of climates, which are tropical rainforest, tropical monsoon, tropical savanna, humid subtropical and oceanic. However, it has two major seasons, the rainy season, from June to November; and the dry season, from December to May.
- Christianity is the dominating religion in the Philippines, with over 85% of the entire population. Roman Catholics, Protestants Orthodox, Restorationist etc, are the Christian denomination in the Philippines. However, some of the other religions present are in the Philippines include Hinduism Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
- The Philippines has five types of climates, which are tropical rainforest, tropical monsoon, tropical savanna, humid subtropical and oceanic. However, it has two major seasons, the rainy season, from June to November; and the dry season, from December to May.
- Special delicacies tourists can try while in the Philippines are chicken adobo, kare kare, balut, etc.
- There are about 150 different indigenous languages in the Philippines, however, Filipino and English are the official languages.
- Movement in the Philippines is possible with domestic ferries, tricycles, private transports, and taxis.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $40 to spend on daily expenses while in the Philippines.
- The Philippines uses Philippine Standard Time (GMT+8), which puts the Philippines eight hours ahead of Burkina Faso.
- The power and socket plug used in the Philippines are of Type A, B and C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Visitors travelling to the Philippines are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Senegal |
90 days |
Senegal is a country in West Africa, rich in culture and known to have taxis with goat or sheep hair tails. |
- Citizens of Burkina Faso can visit Senegal for a period of 90 days without the need for a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Senegal. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Burkina Faso tourists below the age of 18 must show a copy of their birth certificate and travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Visitors to Senegal must provide proof of confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Senegal. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in Senegal.
- Burkinabes are also required to provide evidence of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
- Visitors from Burkina Faso visiting Senegal with pets must have a health certificate and evidence of rabies vaccination no more than 30 days prior to arrival. Also, pets must enter Senegal via Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport.
- On entry and exit, tourists with amounts above XOF 20,000 will be required to declare it.
- Visitors are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- Prospective visitors can get to Senegal from international airports in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Air Burkina and Air Senegal are some of the carriers that fly from Burkina Faso to Senegal.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Dakar, Senegal is 2 hours, 45 minutes.
- West African CFA franc is the official currency used in Senegal. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Senegal is a multilingual country, with about 36 languages being spoken in the country. The official language of Senegal is French. However, Wolof is the most widely spoken language in the country.
- About 94% of the Senegalese population are Muslims, mainly Sunni Muslims. Christians and other indigenous faith are the minority religion in the country.
- Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Saloum Delta National Park, House of Slaves and IFAN Museum of African Arts are some of the tourist destinations Nigerians can visit while in Senegal.
- Bassi-salté, sombi, maafe and chere are some delicacies tourists can try while in Senegal.
- Tourists travelling to Senegal are advised to budget about $45 for daily expenses.
- Senegal has a Tropical climate, with a hot and humid rainy season from May to November, and a dry season December to April dominated by hot, dry, harmattan wind.
- Visitors can move around in Senegal with minibuses, taxis, boats, trains and buses.
- The Time zone in Senegal is Greenwich Mean Time(GMT). There is no difference between the timezone of both countries.
- The power and socket plug used in Senegal are of Type C, D, E and K. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Tourists are advised to be cautious as they go about their tourist-related activities.
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Singapore |
30 days |
The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world. |
- Burkina Faso passport holders can stay in Singapore for a period of 30 days without a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond their stay in Singapore. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Visitors from Burkina Faso travelling to Singapore must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Singapore. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- A return ticket to Burkina Faso or onward destination is needed as well.
- On entry and exit into Singapore, tourists with amounts above SGD 20,000 will be required to declare it.
- Intending visitors are to be aware of the fact that Trafficking of illegal drugs is punishable by death in Singapore.
- Prospective visitors can get to Singapore from any of the international airports in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Air France, Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Royal Air Maroc are some of the Airlines that constantly fly from Burkina Faso to Singapore.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Singapore, Singapore is 21 hours, 15 minutes.
- The constitution of Singapore guarantees freedom of religion. However, Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Hinduism and Christianity as the principal religions in Singapore.
- The Singapore government recognises four official languages: English, Malay, Mandarin and Tamil.
- The Singapore dollar is the official currency used in Singapore. Tourists can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
- Sentosa, Gardens by the Bay, Merlion and Marina Bay Sands Singapore are some of the places tourists can visit while in Singapore.
- Singapore has a tropical rainforest climate, with no true distinct seasons. There is an abundance of rainfall. Therefore, it is almost always warm and wet all year round.
- Special delicacies tourists can try while in Singapore are hainanese chicken rice, chilli crab, laksa, char kuay teow, hokkien prawn mee, and barbecued stingray.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $60 to spend on daily expenses while in Singapore.
- Singapore uses Singapore Standard Time (GMT+8), which puts Burkina Faso eight hours behind in time.
- The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Movement in Singapore is possible with buses, car rentals and taxis.
- Visitors travelling to Singapore are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Togo |
7 days |
Togo is a country of 7 million people known for being one of the major slave trade centres in historic times, for its French colonial history, an... |
- For a duration of 7 days, citizens of Burkina Faso can travel to Togo without a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 1 year from the date of arrival in Togo. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Nationals of Burkina Faso with amounts above $10,000 will be required to declare it on arrival and departure.
- A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Togo and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
- Visitors from Burkina Faso with pets must a health certificate issued in Burkina Faso.
- Burkinabes are required to provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Togo. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- All tourists are to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival into the country.
- Intending visitors can get to Togo from any international airport in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- ASKY, Air Burkina and Air Cote D'Ivoire are some of the carriers that fly from Burkina Faso to Togo.
- The estimated flight time from Burkina Faso to Lome, Togo is 1 hour, 25 minutes.
- Togo has a dry and tropical climate, In the south there are two rainy seasons, from March to early July and in September and October, and North of the Togo Mountains, there is one rainy season which lasts from April to August.
- Togo is a multilingual country, which according to one count has 44 languages spoken in the country. The official language in Togo is French, and the national languages are Ewé and Kabiyé, which is also the most spoken.
- About 51% of the country's population practise indigenous beliefs or ancestor worship called voodoo, while the Christian and Muslim populations are about 20% and 19%, respectively.
- West African CFA franc is the official currency in Togo. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at banks, hotels and other exchange outlets.
- koklo meme (grilled chicken served in a chili sauce), riz sauce d'arichaide (a rice dish made with creamed peanuts), and fufu (made from cooked yams) are special delicacies in Togo.
- Visitors can move around in Togo with buses, taxis, trains and car rentals.
- Togo uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Both countries are in the same timezone.
- The power and socket plug used in Togo are of Type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Koutammakou, Keran National Park and Aneho are some tourists sites in Togo.
- Although Togo is home to an interesting, unique and fascinating culture and history, Visitors are, however, expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their activities.
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Ivory Coast |
90 days |
Cote d'Ivoire has a population of over 23.7 million people. It is famous for its idyllic beach locations, for the Mount Nimba, and for being the home... |
- Burkina Faso passport holders can travel and stay in Cote D’Ivoire for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of entry in Cote d'Ivoire. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- The import and export of the local currency as well as foreign currencies are unlimited. Foreign currencies are to be declared on arrival.
- Nationals of Burkina Faso are to pay a departure tax of XOF 4,000 when exiting Cote D’Ivoire.
- Tourists visiting Cote d'Ivoire must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Cote d'Ivoire. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- Travellers from Burkina Faso will be required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- Burkinabe minors must show a copy of their birth certificate and travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Visitors with pets must have a rabies inoculation certificate and good health certificate, dated at least 3 days before travel and issued by health authorities in Burkina Faso.
- A return ticket to Burkina Faso or onward destination will be required.
- Intending visitors can get to Cote d'Ivoire from any international airport in Burkina Faso. There are international airports in Casablanca and Agadir.
- Air Burkina, Air Cote D'Ivoire and Tunisair are some of the airlines that fly from Burkina Faso to Cote d'Ivoire.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire is 1 hour, 30 minutes.
- The climate in Cote d'Ivoire is tropical. There are two rainy seasons; dry season is from November to April while the rainy season is from May to October.
- The West African CFA franc is the official currency used in Cote d'Ivoire. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
- Christianity, Islam and traditional believes are the major religions in Cote d'Ivoire. Nevertheless, the majority of citizens practice Christianity.
- Cote d'Ivoire is a multilingual country, with 78 languages being spoken in the country. However, French is the official language and the most spoken language in the country.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses while in Cote d'Ivoire.
- Cote d'Ivoire uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Both countries are in the same timezone.
- Attiéké, alloco and foutou are some of the delicacies visitors can try while in Cote d'Ivoire.
- Parc National de Taï, Hôtel Ivoire and Galerie Cécile Fakhoury are some tourist attractions visitors can visit during their stay in Cote d'Ivoire.
- The power and socket plug used in Cote d'Ivoire are of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Getting around in Cote d'Ivoire is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes shared taxis, minibuses, trains and domestic flights.
- Visitors travelling to Cote d'Ivoire are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and regulations as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Mali |
90 days |
Mali, officially known as the republic of Mali, is populated with over 19.4 million people. It is a landlocked country in West Africa known for its Go... |
- For a duration of 90 days, citizens of Burkina Faso travelling to Mali can do so without a visa.
- Intending visitors from Burkina Faso are to possess a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Mali. The passport should have at least one blank page for stamping.
- The import and export of the local currency and foreign currencies are unlimited, but amounts exceeding XOF 25,000 must be declared.
- Visitors are to provide proof of accommodation for their stay in Mali, which could be a hotel reservation or a letter from the host who is already living in Mali.
- Citizens of Burkina Faso visiting Mali must provide a copy of their financial statement to show that they have enough money to take care of themselves for their entire stay in Mali.
- Burkinabe minors travelling without a parent or guardian must have a letter of authorization from a parent or guardian.
- Travellers with pets mush possess a Veterinary Health certificate from Burkina Faso, issued no more than 3 days before travelling to Mali. Also, dogs must have been vaccinated against rabies.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from visitors from Burkina Faso.
- Prospective visitors hoping to travel to Mali can do so from any international airport in Burkina Faso. These airports can be found in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Some of the airlines that travellers can board from Burkina Faso to Mali include Air Burkina, Air Senegal and Air Cote D'Ivoire.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Bamako, Mali is 1 hour, 20 minutes.
- The official currency used in Mali is the West African CFA franc. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Mali is an Islam dominating country, with about 95% of the country’s population being Muslims. Other religions like Christianity and Animist are present in the country.
- The power and socket plug used in Mali is of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Mali has a sub-tropical climate. The country has three main seasons, rainy seasons from June to October, a cooler season from October to February and the dry season from March to June.
- Mali is a multilingual country, French is, however, the official language of the country. Bambara is the most widely spoken in Mali.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $ 35 a day for expenses while in Mali.
- Visitors can move around in Mali with buses, taxis and car rental.
- Mali makes use of the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT-4). Both countries are in the same timezone.
- Tomb of Askia, Mopti, Cliff Of Bandiagara and Djenne are fascinating places in Mali that tourists can visit while in the country.
- Visitors in Mali are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Niger |
30 days |
Niger was named after the Niger River and its capital is Niamey. It is one of the hottest countries in the world and it is known as the “frying pan of... |
- For a duration of 30 days, visitors from Burkina Faso can visit Niger without needing a visa.
- All visitors from Burkina Faso are to possess a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Niger. The passport should have at least two blank pages for stamping.
- There is no restriction on the import and export of both the local currency and foreign currencies.
- Travellers from Burkina Faso are to provide proof of accommodation for their stay in Niger, which could be a hotel reservation or a letter from the host who is already living in Niger.
- Citizens of Burkina Faso visiting Niger must provide a copy of their financial statement to show that they have enough money to take care of themselves for their entire stay in Niger.
- Burkinabe minors travelling without a parent or guardian must have a letter of authorization from a parent or guardian.
- Travellers with pets mush possess a Veterinary Health certificate from Burkina Faso, issued no more than 3 days before travelling to Niger. Also, dogs must have been vaccinated against rabies.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from visitors from Burkina Faso visiting Niger.
- Intending visitors hoping to travel to Niger can do so from any international airport in Burkina Faso. These airports can be found in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Some of the airlines that travellers can board from Burkina Faso to Niger include Air Burkina, ASKY and Mauritanian Airlines International Airways.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Niamey, Niger is 1 hour.
- The official currency used in Niger is the West African CFA franc. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Islam is the most practised religion in Niger, with about 99% of the entire population of the country. Other religions like Christianity and Animism are present in the country.
- The power and socket plug used in Niger is of Type C, D, E and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Niger is one of the hottest countries in Africa, with a hot and dry climate. The best time to visit Niger is between January and February and from July to December
- Niger has eleven official languages, and French is the most used language of them all. Hausa is the most spoken language in the country.
- Transportation in Niger is possible with buses, taxis and car rental.
- Dodo (fried plantains), efo (greens stew), jollof rice, dambou (rice coucous), moringa are some of the dishes tourists can try out while in Niger.
- Niger makes use of the West Africa Standard Time (GMT+1), which puts it an hour ahead of Burkina Faso.
- Zinder, Niamey, Agadez and Termit Massif are fascinating places in Niger that tourists can visit while in the country.
- Visitors in Niger are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Guinea |
30 days |
The Republic of Guinea is a West African country that lies along the Gulf of Guinea, and has a population of about 12.4 million. |
- Burkina Faso passport holders can travel to Guinea without a visa for a period of 30 days.
- Prospective from Burkina Faso are required to have a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Guinea. The passport should have at least two blank pages for stamping.
- On entry and exit from Guinea, tourists can import and export the local currency (Guinea Franc) up to GNF 100,000 if tourists declare it. Also, there is no restriction on the import and export of foreign currencies if declared on arrival.
- Burkinabe minors travelling without a parent or guardian must have a letter of authorization from a parent or guardian.
- Nationals of Burkina Faso visiting Guinea are to provide proof of accommodation for their stay in Guinea, which could be a hotel reservation or a letter from the host who is already living in Guinea.
- Citizens of Burkina Faso must also present a copy of their financial statement to show that they have sufficient funds to sustain themselves for their entire stay in Guinea.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from visitors from Burkina Faso visiting Guinea.
- Tourists with pets mush possess a Veterinary Health certificate from Burkina Faso, issued no more than 3 days before travelling to Guinea. Also, dogs must have been vaccinated against rabies.
- Intending visitors hoping to travel to Guinea can do so from any international airport in Burkina Faso. These airports can be found in Ouagadougou and Tenkodogo.
- Some of the airlines that travellers can board from Burkina Faso to Guinea include Air Burkina, Ethiopian Airways and Turkish Airlines.
- The estimated flight duration from Burkina Faso to Conakry, Guinea is 2 hours, 20 minutes.
- Guinean franc is the official currency used in Guinea. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Guinea has a tropical religion. The country has three main seasons, winter, summer and harmattan. The best time to travel to Guinea is between November and December, after the winter and before the dusty harmattan winds arrive.
- Islam is the most practised religion in Guinea. About 85% of the country’s population adhere to religion. Christianity and traditional religion are the minority.
- The power and socket plug used in Guinea is of Type C, F and K. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- French is the official language of Guinea. Fula (or Pular), Malinké (or Maninka), Susu, Kissi, Kpelle (known in French as Guerzé) and Toma are some indigenous languages in Guinea.
- Transportation in Guinea is possible with buses, taxis and car rental.
- Bouille, boiled mango, fried plantain, patates, fried sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie are some of the dishes tourists can try out while in Guinea.
- Guinea makes use of the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+1). Both countries are in the same timezone.
- National Museum of Guinea, Grande Mosquée de Conakry and Kambadaga Falls are fascinating places in Guinea that tourists can visit while in the country.
- Visitors in Guinea are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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