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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit TG?

French ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to visit Togo for tourism. Apply online at the official portal (voyage.gouv.tg) at least 5 working days before arrival. Visa on arrival is suspended. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. France is not on Togo's visa-exemption list, so French ordinary passport holders must obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) before travel. Togo introduced a centralized online eVisa system via the official portal voyage.gouv.tg and has suspended visa on arrival and express visas until further notice. The standard tourist eVisa is a single-entry permit allowing a stay of up to 15 days, costing 25,000 CFA francs (XOF), with multiple-entry and longer-duration options available at higher fees. Applications must be submitted at least 5 working days before arrival, and processing typically takes up to 5 working days. In addition to the eVisa, every traveler must complete an online immigration declaration form no later than 24 hours before arrival, and a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is compulsory for all visitors regardless of origin (children over 9-12 months included). Travelers should carry the eVisa approval, proof of accommodation, and a return/onward ticket. Because Togo is in West Africa and not part of the Schengen area, no Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS considerations apply.
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 (electronic visa) - tourist/short stay
Maximum stay
Up to 15 days (single entry); 30 or 90 day options available
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available)
from issue date
Visa fee
25,000 XOF (CFA franc) for 15-day single entry
consular fee only
Processing time
Up to 5 working days; apply at least 5 days before arrival
standard track
Validity
Enter within the validity window shown on the eVisa; stay limited to the granted duration
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
France is not visa-exempt for Togo. Ordinary passport holders must obtain an eVisa online before traveling; visa on arrival is suspended.
· eVisa required· No visa on arrival
/02
Get vaccinated for yellow fever
A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate (WHO yellow card) is mandatory for entry. Get it at least 10 days before travel so it is valid on arrival.
· Mandatory· 10 days before travel
/03
Gather documents
Prepare a passport valid 6+ months with a digital scan of the bio page, a recent passport photo (white background), proof of accommodation, and a return/onward ticket.
· Passport 6+ months· Digital photo
/04
Apply on the official portal
Submit your eVisa application at voyage.gouv.tg at least 5 working days before arrival. Select the tourist stay and entry type that matches your trip.
· voyage.gouv.tg· Apply 5+ days early
/05
Pay and receive approval
Pay the fee online (from 25,000 XOF). Processing takes up to 5 working days; download and print the approved eVisa.
· From 25,000 XOF· Print approval
/06
Complete the arrival declaration
Fill in the mandatory online immigration declaration form no later than 24 hours before arrival, then travel with all documents.
· 24 hours before arrival· Carry all documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Passport valid at least 6 months beyond stay with a blank page
required
Approved Togo eVisa (printed copy)
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (WHO yellow card)
required
Digital passport bio-page scan for the application
required
Recent passport-style photo, white background
required
Online immigration declaration form completed (24h before arrival)
required
Proof of accommodation in Togo (hotel booking or host letter)
required
Return or onward flight ticket
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel/health insurance covering Togo
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa - 15 days single entry25,000 XOFStandard tourist short-stay eVisa
eVisa - 15 days multiple entry35,000 XOFFor travelers needing multiple entries
eVisa - 30 days45,000 XOFLonger single-stay option
eVisa - 90 days65,000 XOFExtended-stay option
Total estimate25,000 XOF65,000 XOFincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy/consular visa (alternative)
Varies by post
In-person visa at a Togolese diplomatic mission, used if online application is not possible.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
France is not on Togo's visa-exemption list
French ordinary passport holders are not granted visa-free entry and must hold an eVisa before arrival.
High
/02
Visa on arrival is suspended
Togo has suspended visa on arrival and express visas until further notice, so pre-arrival eVisa is the only route.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate is mandatory
All travelers must present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate; entry can be refused without it.
High
/04
Mandatory online immigration declaration
Every visitor must complete the immigration declaration form at least 24 hours before arrival regardless of visa.
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
France to Togo route verified
Confirmed via the official Togo eVisa portal (voyage.gouv.tg), Togo visa policy, and US State Department that French ordinary passport holders require an eVisa; visa on arrival remains suspended and yellow fever vaccination is mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can French citizens get a visa on arrival in Togo?
No. Togo has suspended visa on arrival and express visas until further notice. You must obtain an eVisa online before you travel.
How much does the Togo tourist eVisa cost for a French passport holder?+
How long does the Togo eVisa take to process?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Togo?+
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Is there anything to complete besides the eVisa?+
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