How to get a Burkina Faso visa from Philippines
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Filipino passport holders travelling to Burkina Faso.
Visa types & fees
4 visa options for travelling to Burkina Faso.
Business visa
Student visa
Tourist visa
Work visa
Application requirements
Documents Filipino applicants need to provide.
- A valid passport with a validity of six months beyond your stay in Burkina Faso.
- Two fully accomplished duly signed visa application forms.
- Two passport-sized photographs (35mm x 45mm).
- Certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
- A self-addressed, prepaid return envelope with a tracking number.
- Hotel reservations/ accommodation.
- Sufficient financial support during your stay in Burkina Faso.
- Determine your type of visa.
- You should not be a carrier of any deadly diseases.
- You should have a good intention of traveling.
- Proof of health insurance should be provided.
Visa type details
Business visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Burkina Faso for business-related purposes.
- A valid passport with a validity of six months beyond your stay in Burkina Faso.
- Two fully accomplished duly signed business visa application forms.
- Two passport-sized photographs with a white background.
- Certificate of yellow fever vaccination
- A self-addressed, prepaid return envelope with a tracking number.
- Travel itinerary.
- An invitation letter from the host is required.
- You must not be involved in illegal business.
- Sufficient means to finance your stay in Burkina Faso.
- Proof of hotel reservations.
Student visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Burkina Faso to study.
- Two passport size photographs in white background.
- A valid passport.
- Copy of admission letter from the academic institution in Burkina Faso.
- Proof of a clean criminal record.
- Proof of hostel/accommodation.
- A completely filled study visa application form.
- For minors, a letter of approval must be signed by the parents/ sponsors.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support stay in Burkina Faso while studying.
- Payment of tuition fees.
- Flight itinerary.
- Medical insurance.
- A certified copy of the information page of the student's passport.
- A letter of acceptance from the academic institution in Burkina Faso.
- Copies of the student's transcripts from previous schools.
Tourist visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Burkina Faso for tourism.
- Your valid passport must still be good for up to 6 months from your date of arrival in Burkina Faso.
- A completely filled tourist visa application form.
- Sufficient financial means to support your stay in Burkina Faso.
- Two passport-sized photographs with a white background.
- Holders of the visa cannot study with this type of visa.
- Flight itinerary.
- Medical insurance.
- Travel Itinerary. Have your travel plans including when you will leave Burkina Faso.
- Accommodation Information or Hotel reservations.
- An invitation letter from the host for tourist on visitation.
Work visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to work in an organization in Burkina Faso.
- Work visa application form, duly completed.
- A passport, valid until at least six months after the planned departure from Burkina Faso
- Two passport-sized photographs with white background.
- Payment of visa fee.
- Proof of travel insurance or international medical insurance
- Proof of sufficient financial means while working.
- A document stating the purpose of your visit.
- Document confirming the necessity of a long-term stay
- Educational qualifications and curriculum vitae.
- A letter of employment/ appointment from the organization in Burkian Faso.
Where to apply
Burkina Faso embassy & visa application centers in Philippines.
Manila
| Day | Opens | Closes |
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| Mon | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Tue | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Sat | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the main religion practiced in Burkina Faso
Islam is the dominant religion in Burkina Faso. According to a recent census conducted by the Government of Burkina Faso, 89% of the population adheres to Islam. The vast majority of Muslims in Burkina Faso are Malikite Sunni, deeply influenced by Sufism.
Is it safe to travel to Burkina Faso
Is Burkina Faso a French speaking country
Yes, Burkina Faso is a francophone country, with French as the official language of government and business. Formerly called the Republic of Upper Volta, the country was renamed "Burkina Faso" on 4 August 1984 by then-President Thomas Sankara.