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United Kingdom to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

UK ordinary passport holders need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire. The standard route for a short tourist visit is the e-visa: apply and pay online via the official SNEDAI portal before travel, then collect the visa sticker on arrival at Abidjan (Port Bouët) Airport. You must enter through Abidjan airport, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. British (GB) citizens are not visa-exempt for Côte d'Ivoire and must hold a visa for tourism. The practical option is the e-visa administered by SNEDAI (snedai.com), the government-mandated operator. Travelers complete and pay for the application online (UK GOV.UK advises applying at least 10 working days before departure), receive a pre-approval confirmation, and must arrive via Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, where biometrics are captured and the physical visa is affixed in the passport. The e-visa is typically valid for a 90-day period and authorizes a short stay (up to about 90 days), single entry. The standard fee is around EUR 73. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival, and proof of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory for entry. This is not a true visa-on-arrival channel: non-ECOWAS nationals must have the e-visa approved before boarding. Côte d'Ivoire is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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 (pre-approved online, collected on arrival at Abidjan airport)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. EUR 73 (e-visa service fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 48 hours to 3 business days; apply at least 10 working days before travel
standard track
Validity
90 days from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and yellow fever requirements
Ensure your UK passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages. Get a yellow fever vaccination and keep the International Certificate of Vaccination, which is mandatory at entry.
· 6 months validity· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Apply online via the official SNEDAI portal
Go to the official e-visa site snedai.com. The Embassy does not enroll applicants; all applications are handled online. Create your application for a tourist (short stay) visa.
· snedai.com· Tourism category
/03
Upload documents and pay the fee
Provide a passport bio-page scan, a recent passport photo (white background), return flight itinerary, proof of accommodation, and pay the e-visa fee (approx. EUR 73) by card.
· Card payment· EUR 73
/04
Apply early and await pre-approval
UK GOV.UK advises applying at least 10 working days before travel. Processing is usually 48 hours to 3 business days. You will receive an electronic pre-approval confirmation slip.
· Apply 10 working days ahead
/05
Travel via Abidjan airport
You must enter Côte d'Ivoire through Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Port Bouët). Carry a printed copy of your e-visa confirmation.
· Abidjan airport only
/06
Collect the visa on arrival
At the airport e-visa desk, present your confirmation slip and passport. Officers capture your fingerprints (biometrics) and affix the physical visa into your passport.
· Biometrics taken· Visa sticker issued
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
United Kingdom -> Côte d'Ivoire · e-Visa (pre-approved online, collected on arrival at Abidjan airport)
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RequiredUK passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved SNEDAI e-visa confirmation slip (printed)
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 passport-size photo (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredConfirmation that arrival is via Abidjan airport
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPayment card for the e-visa fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
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 sourcesGOV.UK - Côte d'Ivoire entry requirementsEmbassy of Côte d'Ivoire in the United Kingdom - VisaSNEDAI Groupe - Official e-Visa portal
Application link included: Embassy of Côte d'Ivoire in the United Kingdom - Visa
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Visa fee (SNEDAI)EUR 73Standard online tourist e-visa fee, paid at application
Yellow fever vaccinationGBP 60-90Approximate UK private clinic cost; mandatory for entry
Passport photoGBP 5-10If a digital photo is needed for the application
Total estimateEUR 73 — EUR 73 + GBP 100incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-visa processing
48 hours to 3 business days
Typical SNEDAI online processing once payment and documents are submitted.
Recommended buffer (GOV.UK)
At least 10 working days before travel
UK government advice: apply well ahead to allow for any delays before departure.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Côte d'Ivoire requires a visa for UK citizens
British nationals are not on the visa-exempt list, so a visa is mandatory for any tourist visit.
High
/02
e-Visa is the standard channel
Applications are handled online through SNEDAI; the embassy does not enroll applicants directly.
High
/03
Must arrive via Abidjan airport
The e-visa is collected only at Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny Airport, where biometrics are captured.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory
Travelers must show a valid yellow fever certificate on entry.
High
/05
Pre-approval needed before boarding
Non-ECOWAS nationals cannot rely on processing at the airport; the e-visa must be approved before departure.
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
United Kingdom to Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Confirmed e-visa requirement for UK ordinary passports against GOV.UK entry requirements and the official Ivorian Embassy (UK) page. e-Visa via SNEDAI, ~EUR 73, 90-day validity, single entry, collected at Abidjan airport; yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UK citizens need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire?—
Yes. British ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa. The standard option for tourism is the e-visa applied for online via SNEDAI and collected at Abidjan airport.
Is this a true visa-on-arrival?+
How much does the e-visa cost?+
How long does processing take?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Can I enter through any airport or land border?+
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