The Tourist eVisa visa
Up to 30 daysThe online tourist visa for Burkina Faso, allowing a stay of up to 30 days to explore the Sindou Peaks, Banfora and Ouagadougou.
About the Tourist eVisa visa
For travellers who are not on Burkina Faso’s visa-free list, the tourist eVisa is applied for online through applicant.visaburkina.bf before departure. Since September 2025 fees are waived for African nationals, though the application is still completed online.
How Burkina Faso eVisa Process Works
- 1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.
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Make Payment
Pay securely online.
- Live3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.
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Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Burkina Faso Immigration.
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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.
Who is eligible
- ECOWAS members and Singapore are visa-free.
- Everyone else applies for the tourist eVisa in advance.
Documents required for a Burkina Faso visa
Prepare the following documents and information to complete your application smoothly.
Passport valid for at least six months with a blank page.
01Valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
A recent passport-style photograph.
02White background, face centred, no glasses.
A yellow-fever vaccination certificate.
03Clear, colour scan or photo.
A confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.
04Return ticket or confirmed itinerary.
Safe. Fast. 100% online. Your information is encrypted and protected. No physical documents or embassy visits required.
Processing time
The tourist eVisa is issued through applicant.visaburkina.bf, usually within a few working days.
Extension
Tourist stays can be extended at the immigration service in Ouagadougou before the visa expires.
Prices are all-inclusive and confirmed in the application — no hidden government or service fees added later.
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How we reviewed this page
VerifiedVisitsVisa follows strict sourcing guidelines. The Burkina Faso visa information on this page is verified against official government sources and reviewed by our visa specialists. We avoid using tertiary references and update this page as entry requirements change.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official Burkina Faso visa portal
Official SourceOfficialBurkina Faso Immigration
Immigration & entry-requirement notices
Official SourceOfficialIATA Travel Centre
Documentation database
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