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Finland to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Finnish passport holders need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire. The standard route for tourism is the e-visa (online pre-enrollment via the official SNEDAI portal), with the visa validated and collected on arrival at Abidjan's Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Finland (ordinary passport) is not on Côte d'Ivoire's visa-exemption list, which is limited mainly to ECOWAS members and a short list of bilateral-agreement countries. Finnish tourists must obtain a visa before travel. The most common channel is the e-visa: applicants pre-enroll online through SNEDAI (the government's authorized operator) at snedai.com, pay the fee, upload documents, and receive an approval to print. The physical visa is then issued/validated on arrival at Abidjan's Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, which is the only port of entry that accepts the e-visa. The e-visa is a single-entry, 90-day-validity short-stay visa typically processed within 48 hours; applicants are advised to apply at least 1-2 weeks ahead. A valid passport (6+ months) and an international yellow fever vaccination certificate are required. Alternatively, a biometric sticker visa can be obtained in person via an Ivorian diplomatic mission. Côte d'Ivoire is in West Africa and not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
e-Visa (online pre-enrollment, validated on arrival at Abidjan airport)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 73 (e-visa, non-refundable)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 48 hours; apply 1-2 weeks ahead
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for 90 days from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and yellow fever certificate
Ensure your Finnish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry and that you hold a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever, which is mandatory for entry.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever mandatory
/02
Start the e-visa pre-enrollment online
Go to the official operator portal snedai.com and begin the e-visa application. Embassies do not process e-visa applications; only the online portal does.
· snedai.com· Official operator
/03
Upload documents and complete the form
Fill in personal and passport details and upload the passport bio page, yellow fever certificate, a passport photo, hotel reservation or invitation, and proof of travel dates.
· Hotel/invitation· Return ticket
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the EUR 73 fee online. The fee is non-refundable, so verify all uploaded documents are complete and correct before submitting.
· EUR 73· Non-refundable
/05
Receive approval and print it
After processing (about 48 hours), you receive an authorization/pre-enrollment confirmation by email. Print it to carry with you.
· ~48 hours· Print confirmation
/06
Collect the visa on arrival at Abidjan airport
Present the printed approval and your documents at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Port-Bouët, Abidjan), the only entry point accepting the e-visa, where the visa is issued/validated.
· Abidjan only· On-arrival validation
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Finland -> Côte d'Ivoire · e-Visa (online pre-enrollment, validated on arrival at Abidjan airport)
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RequiredFinnish passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredInternational Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCompleted SNEDAI e-visa online pre-enrollment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredApproval/pre-enrollment confirmation printed
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPassport-style photo (digital upload)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredHotel reservation or letter of invitation
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredEUR 73 visa fee paid online (non-refundable)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedArrival via Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
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 sourcesVisa policy of Ivory Coast - WikipediaSNEDAI Groupe - Official e-Visa operatorEmbassy of Côte d'Ivoire - Visa information
Application link included: Visa policy of Ivory Coast - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Visa feeEUR 73Paid online via SNEDAI; non-refundable
Embassy biometric sticker visa (alternative)EUR 58Paid online if applying in person at an Ivorian mission
Yellow fever vaccinationApprox. EUR 50-90Cost at a Finnish travel clinic; varies by provider
Total estimateEUR 73 — EUR 163incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa (SNEDAI online)
~48 hours
Apply online at least 1-2 weeks before departure; approval emailed, visa validated on arrival at Abidjan.
Embassy biometric visa
About 48 hours from enrollment
In-person at an Ivorian diplomatic mission via appointment; useful if entering through a non-Abidjan border.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Finland not on the visa-exemption list
Côte d'Ivoire exempts mainly ECOWAS members and a short list of bilateral-agreement countries; Finland is not included, so a visa is required.
High
/02
E-visa is the standard tourist channel
The government's authorized operator SNEDAI provides online pre-enrollment, making the e-visa the default route for Finnish tourists.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate is mandatory
Entry requires a valid international yellow fever vaccination certificate regardless of visa type.
High
/04
Only Abidjan airport accepts the e-visa
The e-visa is validated only at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport; other entry points require an embassy visa.
Medium
/05
Fee is non-refundable
Incomplete or incorrect document uploads cause rejection with no refund, requiring reapplication and another fee.
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
Finland to Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Confirmed e-visa requirement for Finnish ordinary passport holders via SNEDAI official portal; fee EUR 73, 90-day validity, ~48h processing, yellow fever mandatory, Abidjan airport entry. Verified against Ivory Coast visa policy and Ivorian diplomatic mission sources.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Finnish citizen enter Côte d'Ivoire without a visa?—
No. Finland is not on the visa-exemption list. Finnish ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa, normally the e-visa applied for online before travel.
How do I apply for the Côte d'Ivoire e-visa?+
Is the yellow fever vaccination required?+
Where can I enter Côte d'Ivoire with an e-visa?+
How long can I stay and is it single or multiple entry?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+
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