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Canada to Burkina Faso visa requirements

Q: How long does the eVisa take to process?

The standard online processing time is about 3 business days (72 hours), but apply well in advance of departure to allow for delays.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travellers over 9 months of age entering Burkina Faso.

Q: How long can I stay on a tourist visa?

The short-term tourist visa permits a stay of up to 90 days, with the exact duration set by your application and the entry stamp.

Q: Is it safe to travel to Burkina Faso?

The Government of Canada currently advises avoiding all travel to Burkina Faso due to terrorism, kidnapping and political instability. Check the latest advisory and your insurance coverage before booking.

Canadian passport holders need a visa to enter Burkina Faso. The recommended route is the official eVisa, applied for online before travel at visaburkina.bf. A tourist single-entry eVisa costs 33,000 XOF (around CAD 75-80) and permits a stay of up to 90 days. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory. Note that Canada currently advises against all travel to Burkina Faso due to terrorism and security risks. A Canadian ordinary passport holder is not visa-exempt for Burkina Faso and must obtain a visa before arrival. Since 17 August 2023, Burkina Faso has operated an official eVisa system through its national portal (visaburkina.bf / applicant.visaburkina.bf), which is the standard channel for tourists; visas at diplomatic missions remain available, while visa-on-arrival is now issued only in exceptional circumstances. The short-term (tourist) visa is valid for a maximum stay of 90 days. The official government fee for a tourist eVisa is 33,000 XOF (West African CFA franc) for single entry and 55,000 XOF for multiple entries. Applicants need a passport valid at least 6 months with two blank pages, a recent photo, proof of accommodation, an onward/return ticket, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for all travellers over 9 months of age). Standard online processing is roughly 3 business days. Travellers should note that the Government of Canada has issued its highest advisory, "Avoid all travel," for Burkina Faso owing to terrorism, kidnapping and instability, which can affect insurance, consular assistance and operational realities on the ground.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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 (short-term tourist visa) applied for online before travel

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry (depending on option chosen)

from issue date

Visa fee

33,000 XOF single entry / 55,000 XOF multiple entry (tourist)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 3 business days (72 hours)

standard track

Validity

Short-term visa valid for a maximum stay of 90 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport and entry prerequisites

Ensure your Canadian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay and has at least two blank pages. Confirm you have a yellow fever vaccination (required for all travellers over 9 months).

· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the official Burkina Faso eVisa site at visaburkina.bf and start an application via applicant.visaburkina.bf. Avoid unofficial third-party agents charging markups.

· visaburkina.bf

/03

Complete the online application

Select the short-term tourist visa, choose single or multiple entry, and fill in personal, passport and travel details accurately.

· Tourist visa· Single/multiple entry

/04

Upload supporting documents

Attach a digital scan of your passport bio page, a recent passport-style photo, proof of accommodation, an onward/return ticket and your yellow fever certificate.

· Photo· Accommodation proof· Yellow fever certificate

/05

Pay the visa fee

Pay the government fee online (33,000 XOF single / 55,000 XOF multiple for tourist visas) using the portal's accepted payment methods.

· 33,000 XOF single· 55,000 XOF multiple

/06

Receive eVisa and travel

Wait roughly 3 business days for a decision, then download and print the approved eVisa to present on arrival. Re-check the Canadian travel advisory before departing.

· ~3 business days· Print eVisa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Canada -> Burkina Faso · eVisa (short-term tourist visa) applied for online before travel

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredCanadian passport valid at least 6 months beyond stay

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least two blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted online eVisa application at visaburkina.bf

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style colour photo (white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel reservation or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredOnward or return travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredVisa fee paid online (XOF)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedPrinted copy of approved eVisa for arrival

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedReview Government of Canada travel advisory and travel insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

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 sourcesVisa Burkina - Official eVisa Portal (Short-Term Visa & Fees)Visa Burkina - eVisa Applicant Portal Government of Canada - Travel Advice and Advisories for Burkina Faso

Application link included: Visa Burkina - Official eVisa Portal (Short-Term Visa & Fees)

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa - single entry33,000 XOFShort-term tourist visa, up to 90 days, one entry

Tourist eVisa - multiple entry55,000 XOFShort-term tourist visa, up to 90 days total, multiple entries

Express visa - single entry104,500 XOFFor emergency/urgent travel only

Total estimate33,000 XOF — 55,000 XOFincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official eVisa (online)

~3 business days (72 hours)

Apply at visaburkina.bf before travel; standard and recommended channel for tourists.

Embassy/consular visa

Several working days or longer

Apply through a Burkina Faso diplomatic mission; useful if online application is not feasible.

Visa on arrival

At the border (exceptional only)

Now issued only in specific exceptional circumstances; not a reliable option for tourists.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Canada is not visa-exempt

Burkina Faso's visa policy does not grant visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to Canadian ordinary passport holders for tourism.

High

/02

Official eVisa system in place

Since 17 August 2023, the government operates an online eVisa portal that is the standard route for short tourist visits.

High

/03

Yellow fever vaccination mandatory

All travellers over 9 months must show proof of yellow fever vaccination on entry.

High

/04

Security travel advisory

The Government of Canada advises avoiding all travel due to terrorism, kidnapping and instability, affecting consular help and insurance.

Medium

/05

Documentation requirements

Travellers must provide accommodation proof, onward ticket and a valid passport with blank pages.

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

Canada to Burkina Faso route verified

Verified eVisa requirement and tourist visa fees against the official Burkina Faso eVisa portal (visaburkina.bf), Wikipedia visa policy, and Government of Canada travel advisory. Confirmed 90-day max stay, 33,000 XOF single-entry tourist fee, mandatory yellow fever vaccination, and 'Avoid all travel' advisory.

/09 — The questions