Burkina Faso visa requirements for Ivorians

Travel and visa requirements

Burkinabe Visa is not required for Ivorians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Ivory Coast intending to visit Burkina Faso can be granted a 90 day visa-free entry.
  • An original passport with at least six months validity, having at least 2 blank pages and a national ID is required
  • The passports are expected to carry blank pages necessary for entry stamps.
  • Visitors are expected to hold proof of yellow fever vaccination to be presented on arrival at the airport.
  • A visitor is expected to have an onward or return ticket as well as a proof of accommodation, which could be a confirmed hotel reservation or an invitation letter from a host.
  • They are also required to tender proof of subsistence.
  • Visitors would be denied entry into the country if they can not tender the appropriate documents.
  • Visitors are not restricted from importing either local or foreign currencies provided the imported amounts are declared on arrival.
  • There are certain restrictions placed on the quantity of alcohol and tobacco visitors can bring into the country.
  • A maximum amount of 200 cigarettes, 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars and 250g of tobacco is allowed.
  • For visitors coming into the country with pets, such pets are to be accompanied by veterinary certificates.
  • These certificates should show proof of rabies vaccination given not less than 3 weeks and not more than 6 months prior to arrival and statement that no case of rabies has occurred in Ivory Coast for 60 days prior to arrival.
  • Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departure from the airport.
  • Penalties for using, possessing or trafficking illegal drugs in Burkina Faso are severe.
  • The import of certain endangered species of plant, live animals and their products is prohibited/ restricted. 
  • The estimated flight time from Ivory Coast to Burkina Faso is 1 hour, 18 minutes.
  • Direct flights to Burkina Faso are available at Felix-Houphouet-Boigny International Airport.
  • Air Cote D'Ivoire, Air Burkina, Tunisair are airlines that frequently take flights to Burkin Faso.
  • The power plugs and sockets used in Burkina Faso are types C and E with the standard voltage and frequency being  220 V and 50 Hz respectively.
  • The West African Franc (CFA) is the currency officially used in Burkina Faso.
  • The constitution of Burkina Faso provides for freedom of religion. However,Islam is the predominant religion in the country.
  • Burkina Faso possesses a tropical climate  with two distinct climates that alternate between a short rainy season and a long dry season. 
  • Due to its location in the hinterland and within the confines of the Sahara, the country’s climate is prone to strong seasonal and annual variation. 
  • There is no time difference between Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso.
  • Burkina Faso is a multilingual country with French being the official language.
  • The Burkinabe are very polite people and would extend a hand for a handshake when they meet visitors.
  • The national dish in Burkina Faso is Rizau Gras. It is basically meat and rice with a stew mix of chillies and tomatoes.
  • Legs are a very sexual part of the body in the country, so female and male visitors are advised to wear long trousers at all times.

Frequently Asked Questions


Is Burkina Faso safe for visitors?

Burkina Faso is not a completely safe place to visit due to the high level of kidnapping, terrorist attacks, etc.


What is the climate in Burkina Faso like?
Burkina Faso is a tropical country with two distinct seasons, the rainy and dry seasons.

What is the prominent religion in Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso has a diverse religious society. However, Islam is the predominant religion and is practised by about 89% of the total population.