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Austria to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Austrian (ordinary) passport holders need an e-visa to enter Côte d'Ivoire for tourism. Apply online via the official SNEDAI portal before departure, then collect the biometric visa on arrival at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny (Port Bouet) International Airport. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. There is no visa-free or pure visa-on-arrival channel for Austrian citizens visiting Côte d'Ivoire. The country operates an electronic visa (e-visa) system managed by SNEDAI. Travelers must complete an online pre-enrollment (pré-enrôlement) at snedai.com at least 5 business days before travel, paying a government fee of about EUR 73 (including bank charges). After approval, an entry authorization is issued and the biometric visa itself is finalized and collected at a dedicated kiosk at Abidjan's Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Port Bouet) on arrival. For this reason the e-visa generally requires arrival by air at Abidjan. The e-visa is valid for 3 months, allows multiple entries, and permits a short stay of up to 90 days. Required documents include a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a round-trip flight reservation, proof of accommodation or an invitation letter, and a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever, which is checked on arrival. Côte d'Ivoire is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply to this route. Be conservative: a visa is required, and only the official SNEDAI portal should be used; third-party agencies add service fees.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE 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
e-Visa (online pre-enrollment, biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. EUR 73 (government fee, including bank charges); ~XOF 48,000 equivalent
consular fee only
Processing time
About 5 business days
standard track
Validity
3 months from issuance
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and arrival point
Verify your trip is for tourism/short visit and that you will arrive by air at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny (Port Bouet) International Airport, where the e-visa biometric kiosk operates.
· Air arrival at Abidjan· Tourism / short stay
/02
Prepare documents
Scan your passport bio page (valid 6+ months, blank page), a confirmed round-trip flight reservation, proof of accommodation (hotel booking) or an invitation letter, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· PDF/JPG scans· Yellow fever certificate
/03
Complete online pre-enrollment
Go to the official SNEDAI portal (snedai.com), create the application, fill in personal, travel and Côte d'Ivoire contact details, and upload the required documents.
· snedai.com· Official portal only
/04
Pay the e-visa fee
Pay the government fee of approximately EUR 73 (including bank charges) online by card. Keep the payment confirmation and barcode/reference.
· ~EUR 73· Card payment
/05
Receive entry authorization
Wait about 5 business days for processing. On approval you receive an e-visa entry authorization with a barcode; print it and carry it with your documents.
· ~5 business days· Print confirmation
/06
Collect biometric visa on arrival
At Abidjan airport, present your barcode at the biometric visa delivery kiosk to have fingerprints/photo captured and the visa sticker issued before passing immigration.
· Abidjan airport kiosk· Biometric capture
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with at least one blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted SNEDAI online pre-enrollment (pré-enrôlement)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredE-visa fee paid (approx. EUR 73) with payment confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted e-visa entry authorization with barcode
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking) or invitation letter
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedArrival by air at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny (Port Bouet) airport
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedRecent passport-style digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
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.
Official sourcesSNEDAI Official E-Visa PortalEmbassy of Côte d'Ivoire (visa information)Wikipedia - Visa requirements for Austrian citizens
Application link included: SNEDAI Official E-Visa Portal
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
E-visa government feeEUR 73Official SNEDAI fee, including bank charges; ~XOF 48,000 equivalent
Yellow fever vaccinationEUR 50-90Cost varies by clinic in Austria; mandatory before travel
Third-party agency service fee (optional)EUR 30-70Only if using a commercial agency instead of the official portal
Total estimateEUR 73 — EUR 160incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official SNEDAI e-visa
About 5 business days
Apply directly on snedai.com; lowest cost and the authoritative channel. Apply at least 5 business days before departure.
Commercial visa agency
5-10 business days
Third-party services handle the form for an added fee but do not speed up government approval.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Austria and Côte d'Ivoire have no mutual visa-waiver arrangement, so Austrian tourists cannot enter visa-free.
High
/02
E-visa system in force
Côte d'Ivoire requires an online e-visa with airport biometric finalization for most visa-required nationals, including Austrians.
High
/03
Yellow fever zone
Côte d'Ivoire mandates a yellow fever vaccination certificate for entry, checked on arrival.
High
/04
Airport-restricted issuance
The biometric visa is delivered at Abidjan airport, effectively requiring air arrival at Port Bouet.
Medium
/05
Document/proof requirements
Applicants must show return flights and accommodation; missing items delay or block approval.
Medium
/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 · major
Austria to Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Confirmed e-visa requirement for Austrian ordinary passport holders via official SNEDAI portal: ~EUR 73 fee, 3-month validity, multiple entries, up to 90-day stay, biometric collection at Abidjan airport, yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Austrian citizens need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire?—
Yes. Austrian ordinary passport holders need an e-visa, obtained online via the official SNEDAI portal before travel, with the biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport.
Is there a true visa on arrival?+
How much does the e-visa cost?+
How long can I stay and how many entries?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Which airport must I use?+
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