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AES membership and travel to Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso is a member of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and announced withdrawal from ECOWAS, which affects free movement and visa arrangements.

Official guidance Regularly updated

Important

This information is for general guidance only. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee your application will be approved.

Burkina Faso, together with Mali and Niger, formed the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) and announced its withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This is relevant for travellers because free movement, visa exemptions and residence rights for West African nationals have historically flowed from ECOWAS protocols.

The official eVisa platform references an 'AES visa' category, and Burkina Faso has publicised measures easing entry for African nationals. Because this area is changing, always confirm the current position for your nationality on the official portal or with a Burkinabè diplomatic mission before you travel.

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For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.