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Argentina to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Argentine ordinary passport holders need an eVisa (pre-enrolment) to visit Côte d'Ivoire for tourism. Apply and pay online at the official SNEDAI portal at least 48 hours before departure, then collect the biometric visa on arrival at Abidjan Port-Bouët International Airport. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Côte d'Ivoire requires Argentine (AR) ordinary passport holders to obtain an electronic visa for short tourist stays. The system is run by SNEDAI, the state-mandated operator. It is a two-step process: the traveller completes the online pre-enrolment form, uploads a passport scan and photo, and pays the fee (EUR 73) online; SNEDAI then issues a pre-authorization (a barcoded document) by email. The applicant prints this and presents it on arrival at Abidjan Port-Bouët International Airport, where biometric data (fingerprints, photo) is captured and the physical visa sticker is issued. The pre-authorization must be requested at least 48 hours before departure. The e-visa is a single-entry, short-stay visa valid for up to 90 days with a stay of up to 3 months. Entry under the e-visa scheme is only permitted via Port-Bouët Airport in Abidjan; land/sea entrants must use an embassy visa. Côte d'Ivoire is not part of the Schengen area, so the 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Only nationals of about 20 mostly ECOWAS/African states are visa-exempt; Argentina is not among them. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for all travellers. Conclusion: eVisa, confirmed against the official SNEDAI portal, the Abidjan airport authority, and cross-checked with Wikipedia's visa-requirements tables.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (online pre-enrolment + biometric visa collected on arrival at Abidjan airport)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days / 3 months
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 73 (approx. USD 80)
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply at least 48 hours before departure; typically 2-5 working days
standard track
Validity
Valid 90 days from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check eligibility and entry point
Confirm you will arrive by air at Abidjan Port-Bouët International Airport, the only port of entry valid for the e-visa. Land or sea arrivals require a visa from an Ivorian embassy/consulate instead.
· Air arrival only· Abidjan Port-Bouët
/02
Gather documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages, a digital passport-style photo, a scan of the passport bio page, return ticket, accommodation details, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Passport 6 months· Yellow fever certificate
/03
Complete the online pre-enrolment
Go to the official SNEDAI portal (snedai.com/e-visa), fill in personal and travel details, and upload the photo and passport scan.
· snedai.com/e-visa
/04
Pay the fee online
Pay the EUR 73 e-visa fee by credit/debit card to complete the application. Submit at least 48 hours before your planned departure.
· EUR 73· Card payment
/05
Receive and print the pre-authorization
Wait for the barcoded pre-authorization document sent by email (usually within a few working days) and print a copy to carry with you.
· Barcoded approval· Print copy
/06
Collect the biometric visa on arrival
On landing at Abidjan, present the printed pre-authorization at the e-visa counter, give fingerprints and a photo, and receive the biometric visa sticker in your passport.
· Biometric capture· Visa issued at airport
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Argentina -> Côte d'Ivoire · eVisa (online pre-enrolment + biometric visa collected on arrival at Abidjan airport)
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted SNEDAI online pre-enrolment form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredDigital passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScanned copy of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredEUR 73 e-visa fee paid online by card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted barcoded pre-authorization document
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward air ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredArrival routed through Abidjan Port-Bouët International Airport
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: SNEDAI Official e-Visa Portal (Côte d'Ivoire)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Visa fee (SNEDAI)EUR 73Paid online during application; covers the biometric visa issued on arrival
Yellow fever vaccinationVariesCost of the mandatory vaccine if not already vaccinated
Agency service fee (optional)EUR 20-60Only if using a third-party visa agency instead of the official portal
Total estimateEUR 73EUR 130incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Third-party visa agency
About 5 working days
Agency handles the SNEDAI submission for an added service fee; no faster than direct
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism / short visit
Standard short tourist stays of up to 90 days are the primary use of the Côte d'Ivoire e-visa.
High
/02
Visiting friends or family
Travellers visiting residents in Abidjan use the same single-entry e-visa with a host address.
Medium
/03
Short business trip
Business meetings and conferences are also covered by the SNEDAI e-visa process.
Medium
/04
Transit with airport entry
Travellers stopping in Abidjan who clear immigration need the e-visa as it is the only entry channel.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Argentina to Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement for Argentine ordinary passport holders via the official SNEDAI portal and Abidjan airport authority: EUR 73, single entry, 90-day validity, biometric visa collected at Port-Bouët airport, apply at least 48 hours before departure. Yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can an Argentine citizen get a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire without applying online first?
No. You must complete the online pre-enrolment and pay on the SNEDAI portal before travel. The biometric visa is then issued at Abidjan airport against the barcoded pre-authorization, but there is no pure walk-up visa on arrival.
Which airport can I use with the e-visa?+
How long can I stay on the e-visa?+
How much does the e-visa cost and when should I apply?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Is Côte d'Ivoire in the Schengen area?+
/11 — Passport tools

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