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Burkinabè Tourist visa (short-stay eVisa)

An online eVisa for tourists visiting Burkina Faso, allowing a short stay of up to 90 days.

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Fee (33,000 / 55,000 FCFA) taken from the official short-term visa page; a different short-stay fee (47,000 FCFA) appears on the Police Nationale services page. Confirm current amount and any published processing time before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Burkina Faso government website before you apply.
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Official name
Short-stay visa (visa de court séjour) – tourism
Route type
Visitor / tourism eVisa
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
Entries
Single or multiple entry
Fee
33,000 FCFA single / 55,000 FCFA multiple
Indicative eVisa fee; confirm on the official portal

Who it is for

  • Tourists visiting Burkina Faso
  • Short family or private visits
  • Travellers staying no more than 90 days

Requirements

  • Valid passport
  • Completed, signed application form
  • Two colour identity photos (3.5 x 4.5 cm)
  • Proof of reason for the stay
  • Medical certificate (no contagious disease)
  • Health insurance covering the stay
  • Stamp duty receipt

What you can do

  • Enter for tourism and short visits
  • Stay up to 90 days within the visa validity
  • Not work without prior authorisation

How to apply

  • Apply online at visaburkina.bf
  • Pay the visa fee and stamp duty
  • Print the approved eVisa and present it with your passport on arrival

Official sources

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

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

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