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France to Burkina Faso visa requirements

French ordinary passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso. The standard route for tourism is the official eVisa, applied for online before travel at visaburkina.bf. France is not on Burkina Faso's visa-exempt list, and visa-on-arrival is now granted only in exceptional cases, so secure your visa before departure. France is not among the nationalities exempt from a Burkina Faso visa (the exempt list is limited to ECOWAS/AES states and a handful of others such as the UAE, Morocco, Singapore and Hong Kong). Since the launch of the national eVisa portal (17 August 2023), the recommended and most reliable channel for a French tourist is the online short-term eVisa, which permits a stay of up to 90 days. Visa-on-arrival, which EU citizens could once use, is now issued only in exceptional circumstances and should not be relied upon. Applicants who prefer can also apply through a Burkina Faso diplomatic mission. Beyond visa formalities, travelers should note that Burkina Faso has serious security concerns; France and most Western governments advise against travel to large parts of the country. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry. Burkina Faso is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply to this destination.
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)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
33,000 CFA (single entry) / 55,000 CFA (multiple entry), plus card payment/service charges
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 2-7 business days
standard track
Validity
Single-entry valid up to ~6 months from issue; multiple-entry valid 3 months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
As a French ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt for Burkina Faso. Apply online before you travel; do not count on visa-on-arrival.
· French passport· Visa required
/02
Gather documents
Prepare a passport valid 6+ months with a blank page, a digital passport photo, a hotel reservation or invitation, proof of yellow fever vaccination, and travel/health insurance.
· Passport 6 months· Yellow fever certificate
/03
Complete the online application
Go to the official portal applicant.visaburkina.bf, create an account and fill in the short-term (tourist) visa form, selecting single or multiple entry.
· applicant.visaburkina.bf· Short-term visa
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay the government fee (33,000 CFA single / 55,000 CFA multiple) plus any card/service charge online by credit or debit card.
· Card payment
/05
Wait for approval and download the eVisa
Processing usually takes a few business days. Once approved, download and print the eVisa confirmation.
· 2-7 business days
/06
Travel and present documents at the border
Carry the printed eVisa, your passport, yellow fever certificate and hotel booking; immigration verifies them on arrival.
· Print eVisa· Border check
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
France -> Burkina Faso · eVisa (short-term tourist visa)
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved and printed Burkina Faso eVisa
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
RequiredRecent digital passport-style photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed hotel reservation or letter of invitation
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of travel/health insurance covering the stay
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedCheck current security/travel advisories before booking
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 PortalVisa Burkina - Short-Term Visa (fees & documents)Visa policy of Burkina Faso - Wikipedia
Application link included: Visa Burkina - Official eVisa Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Short-term eVisa - single entry33,000 CFAGovernment fee for one entry, up to 90 days stay
Short-term eVisa - multiple entry55,000 CFAGovernment fee for multiple entries within validity
Online payment / service charge~5,000-10,000 CFACard processing or portal service fee, varies
Total estimate33,000 CFA — 65,000 CFAincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
2-7 business days
Apply on the official portal; recommended for most tourists who plan ahead
Embassy/consular visa
1-3 weeks
Apply at a Burkina Faso diplomatic mission if you prefer an in-person process or cannot use the eVisa portal
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
France is not on the visa-exempt list
Only ECOWAS/AES states and a few others (UAE, Morocco, Singapore, Hong Kong) are exempt; France is not included.
High
/02
eVisa is the official pre-travel channel
Since August 2023 the national portal issues short-term tourist eVisas online.
High
/03
Visa-on-arrival is no longer reliable
Once available to EU citizens, it is now granted only in exceptional circumstances.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory
Travelers without a valid certificate can be refused entry or vaccinated at the border.
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
France to Burkina Faso route verified
Confirmed via the official Visa Burkina portal and Wikipedia visa policy that French ordinary passport holders need a visa, with the short-term eVisa as the recommended route (33,000 CFA single / 55,000 CFA multiple, up to 90 days).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?—
Yes. France is not on Burkina Faso's visa-exempt list, so French ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa, normally the online eVisa, before traveling.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Burkina Faso?+
How long can I stay on a tourist visa?+
How much does the Burkina Faso eVisa cost?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Where do I apply for the eVisa?+
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