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India to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire. The standard route is the e-visa: apply online via the official SNEDAI portal (pre-enrollment), then collect the biometric visa on arrival at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. There is no visa-free or pure visa-on-arrival access for Indian citizens. Côte d'Ivoire operates an e-visa system run by SNEDAI: travelers complete an online pre-enrollment (passport bio page, return flight booking, hotel reservation or invitation letter, photo) and pay roughly EUR 73 online. Once the pre-authorization is approved (typically within about 48-72 hours), the traveler flies in and the biometric visa is captured and issued on arrival at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, which is the only valid entry point for this visa. The visa is valid for 3 months with multiple entries. An international certificate of vaccination against yellow fever is required for all travelers aged 9 months and older, and the passport must be valid for at least 6 months with blank pages. Travelers must NOT arrive without an approved pre-enrollment, as the airport visa is issued only against the SNEDAI pre-authorization email. Entering via a land border or another airport on this e-visa is not permitted; embassy biometric visas (EUR 50-58) are an alternative for those entry routes.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE 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 + biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per stay within validity
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. EUR 73 (e-visa online via SNEDAI, includes bank charges)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 48-72 hours (allow several business days)
standard track
Validity
3 months from issuance
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Ensure your Indian passport is valid at least 6 months beyond travel with 2+ blank pages, and get a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel to obtain the international certificate.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Pre-enroll online at SNEDAI
Go to the official portal snedai.com/e-visa and complete the pre-enrollment form with personal details, travel dates, and your Côte d'Ivoire contact/accommodation.
· Official portal only· Tourism category
/03
Upload supporting documents
Upload your passport bio page, a confirmed round-trip flight reservation, and a hotel booking or invitation/accommodation letter, plus a recent passport photo.
· Flight booking· Hotel or invitation
/04
Pay the e-visa fee
Pay the fee of approximately EUR 73 online by card through the secure SNEDAI payment system.
· EUR 73· Card payment
/05
Receive pre-authorization
Wait about 48-72 hours for approval and receive the pre-authorization confirmation by email. Print a copy to carry with you.
· Print confirmation· Email approval
/06
Collect biometric visa at Abidjan airport
Fly into Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, where biometrics are captured and the visa is issued against your pre-authorization. This is the only valid entry point for the e-visa.
· Abidjan airport only· Biometrics on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
India -> Côte d'Ivoire · e-Visa (online pre-enrollment + biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport)
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RequiredIndian passport valid 6+ months beyond stay with 2 blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved SNEDAI e-visa pre-authorization (printed)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational yellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredHotel booking or invitation/accommodation letter
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photo (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (recent bank statements)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredArrival only at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn/onward ticket available for airline check-in
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
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.
Official sourcesSNEDAI Groupe - Official Côte d'Ivoire e-Visa PortalEmbassy of Côte d'Ivoire (United Kingdom) - Visa InformationEmbassy of India, Abidjan - e-Visa Services
Application link included: SNEDAI Groupe - Official Côte d'Ivoire e-Visa Portal
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Visa fee (SNEDAI online)EUR 73Standard e-visa route, includes bank charges; biometric visa issued at Abidjan airport
Embassy biometric visa (alternative)EUR 50-58For entry via land/other airports; collected in person at an Ivorian embassy
Yellow fever vaccinationINR 300-1500At an authorized vaccination center in India; varies by provider
Total estimateEUR 73 — EUR 73 + vaccination/insurance costsincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa pre-enrollment
About 48-72 hours
Online application via SNEDAI; approval emailed, visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport.
Embassy biometric visa
About 48 hours after enrollment
In-person enrollment and pickup at an Ivorian embassy; useful for non-Abidjan entry.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free or visa waiver agreement
India and Côte d'Ivoire have no mutual visa-waiver, so Indian ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before or on arrival via pre-enrollment.
High
/02
Pre-enrollment is mandatory before flying
The airport biometric visa is only issued against an approved SNEDAI pre-authorization; arriving without it can lead to boarding denial or refused entry.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate compulsory
All travelers aged 9 months and older must show an international yellow fever vaccination certificate on arrival.
High
/04
Entry limited to Abidjan airport
The e-visa is valid only for arrival at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, not land borders or other airports.
Medium
/05
Use of unofficial agent sites
Many third-party sites charge inflated fees; the embassy warns travelers to use only the official SNEDAI portal.
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 Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Verified e-visa requirement for Indian ordinary passport holders against the official SNEDAI portal and Ivorian embassy pages: online pre-enrollment (approx. EUR 73), biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport, 3-month multiple-entry validity, mandatory yellow fever certificate.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire without applying first?—
No. You must complete the SNEDAI online pre-enrollment and receive approval before traveling. The biometric visa is then captured at Abidjan airport against that pre-authorization; there is no pure walk-up visa on arrival.
How much does the Côte d'Ivoire e-visa cost for Indians?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Which airport can I use with the e-visa?+
How long can I stay?+
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