How to get a Ivory Coast visa from Congo

For more than three decades after its independence from France, Ivory Coast was known for its religious and ethnic harmony, as well as its well-developed economy. The West African country is often hailed as a model of stability.

Ivory Coast is only relatively safe. There is both petty and violent crime in the country, as well as political differences and others. Intending visitors to this country are advised to stay cautious.

Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) is the 28th largest African country by area (322,460 km² (124,503 sq mi)). The top 10 African countries by area are Algeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan, Libya, Chad, Niger, Angola, Mali, South Africa, Ethiopia.

The culture of Ivory Coast is layered and colorful, all thanks to the nation's geographical location, collection of ethnic groups and years under French occupation. They have an excess of 60 different indigenous tribes and even more sub-clusters, all with their own distinct identities and traditions.

Côte d'Ivoire has the 15th-highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) among African countries (106.412 million International dollars). The top 10 African countries by GDP (PPP) are Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Algeria, Morocco, Ethiopia, Angola, Sudan, Libya.