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India to Burkina Faso visa requirements

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival in Burkina Faso?

No, not reliably. Visa on arrival has been discontinued and is granted only in exceptional circumstances, so secure an eVisa before you travel.

Q: Is the yellow fever vaccine required?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory to enter Burkina Faso and is part of the eVisa requirements.

Q: How long can I stay on a Burkina Faso eVisa?

The eVisa authorizes a stay of up to 90 days; the validity also cannot exceed 90 days and the visa cannot be extended.

Q: Where is the official application website?

Apply through the government portal at applicant.visaburkina.bf, linked from www.visaburkina.bf. Avoid third-party sites that add extra service charges.

Indian passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso, and the easiest route is the official eVisa applied for online before travel. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Indian ordinary passport holders are NOT visa-exempt for Burkina Faso. Since the government launched its electronic visa system on 17 August 2023, the recommended way for tourists is to apply for the eVisa online through the official portal (visaburkina.bf / applicant.visaburkina.bf) before departure. The eVisa is issued for tourism, business or family visits and authorizes a stay of up to 90 days. The official fee schedule lists a tourist single-entry visa at 33,000 XOF and multiple-entry at 55,000 XOF, with an "express" emergency single-entry option at 104,500 XOF; many private agencies bundle service charges on top, so applying via the official portal is cheapest. Standard processing is around 3 business days. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is compulsory for all travelers. Visa on arrival is no longer generally available and is granted only in exceptional circumstances, so a traveler must secure the eVisa (or an embassy visa) before boarding.

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 visit

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry (choose at application)

from issue date

Visa fee

33,000 XOF (tourist single-entry, official); 55,000 XOF multiple-entry

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 3 business days (standard)

standard track

Validity

Up to 90 days from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and yellow fever vaccination

Verify your passport is valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with two blank pages, and get a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry to Burkina Faso.

· Before applying

/02

Open the official eVisa portal

Go to the government portal at applicant.visaburkina.bf (linked from www.visaburkina.bf). Avoid third-party sites that add service fees.

· Official portal

/03

Complete the online application form

Create an account and fill in personal, passport and travel details. Select the tourist visa type and single or multiple entry.

· Online form

/04

Upload supporting documents

Upload passport bio page, a recent white-background photo, return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation and the yellow fever certificate.

· Documents

/05

Pay the visa fee

Pay online by credit or debit card. The official tourist single-entry fee is 33,000 XOF (55,000 XOF for multiple entry).

· Payment

/06

Receive eVisa and print it

Track the application; once approved (about 3 business days) download the eVisa from email and carry a printed copy for immigration.

· ~3 business days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with 2 blank pages

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

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)

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

required

RequiredCompleted online eVisa application

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 ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredCredit/debit card for online fee payment

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

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedPrinted copy of the approved eVisa to show at immigration

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

recommended

OptionalTravel/medical insurance for the trip

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

optional

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 Visa Burkina - short-term visa fees (official)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

Tourist eVisa - single entry33,000 XOFOfficial portal fee for a single-entry tourist visa

Tourist eVisa - multiple entry55,000 XOFOfficial portal fee for multiple-entry tourist visa

Express (emergency) single entry104,500 XOFExpedited option for urgent travel

Agency service charge (optional)VariesThird-party services add fees on top of the government charge

Total estimate33,000 XOF — 104,500 XOFincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa

~3 business days

Official online processing; apply at least a week before travel for safety.

Express / emergency

24-48 hours or same day

Expedited handling for urgent travel at a higher fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

India is not visa-exempt

Burkina Faso exempts only about 19 nationalities (mainly ECOWAS plus a few others); India is not among them, so a visa is required.

High

/02

Yellow fever certificate is mandatory

All travelers must present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter, and lacking it can lead to refused entry.

High

/03

Visa on arrival is not reliably available

VOA has been discontinued and is granted only in exceptional cases, so the eVisa must be obtained before departure.

Medium

/04

Using unofficial portals overpays

Many agency sites charge well above the official fee; applying via visaburkina.bf avoids markups.

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

India to Burkina Faso route verified

Confirmed via the official visaburkina.bf portal, the Burkina Faso visa policy and the Indian embassy that Indian passport holders require a visa, with the eVisa (launched 17 Aug 2023) as the recommended route; yellow fever vaccination mandatory.

/09 — The questions