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Italy to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Italian passport holders need an e-Visa for Côte d'Ivoire. Apply online at the official SNEDAI portal before you travel, then collect the biometric visa on arrival at Abidjan Port-Bouët Airport. Italy is not on Côte d'Ivoire's visa-exempt list, so Italian (EU) ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling. The standard and recommended route is the official online e-Visa managed by SNEDAI (snedai.com/e-visa). You complete and pay for the application online (currently 73 EUR for a stay of up to 90 days), receive a pre-enrolment confirmation by email within roughly 48 hours, and then finalize the visa by completing biometric enrolment (fingerprints and photo) on arrival at Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (Port-Bouët) International Airport, where the physical visa is printed and delivered immediately. Important: the e-Visa is only valid for entry through Abidjan airport — travelers entering by land or sea, or at other airports, must obtain a traditional visa from an Ivorian embassy or consulate in advance. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers over nine months to one year of age, and the passport must be valid for at least six months. Côte d'Ivoire is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route.
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
e-Visa (online application with biometric enrolment on arrival at Abidjan airport)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (standard e-Visa); multiple-entry options via embassy
from issue date
Visa fee
73 EUR (includes bank charges)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 48 hours (apply at least 48h before departure)
standard track
Validity
90 days from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you will enter via Abidjan airport
The e-Visa is only valid for entry at Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (Port-Bouët) International Airport. If arriving by land, sea, or another airport, apply for a traditional visa at an Ivorian embassy or consulate instead.
· Airport entry only
/02
Gather your documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages, a recent digital passport photo, proof of accommodation or hotel booking, a return/onward ticket, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Yellow fever required
/03
Apply online at the official SNEDAI portal
Go to snedai.com/e-visa, complete the application form, upload your photo and passport scan, and submit. Apply at least 48 hours before your flight.
· snedai.com/e-visa
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the 73 EUR fee by credit/debit card. There are no refunds for incomplete or rejected applications, so check all details before paying.
· 73 EUR
/05
Receive and print your pre-enrolment confirmation
Within about 48 hours you receive an email confirmation. Print this document — immigration at Abidjan will require the printed copy to process your physical visa.
· Print required
/06
Complete biometric enrolment on arrival
At the 'Visa Airport' area in Abidjan, present your confirmation, give fingerprints and a photo (mandatory for everyone except minors under 12), and the printed biometric visa is delivered immediately.
· Biometrics on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online e-Visa application via snedai.com/e-visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent digital passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
Required73 EUR visa fee paid online by card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted e-Visa pre-enrolment confirmation email
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
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredArrival routed through Abidjan Port-Bouët Airport
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
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 sourcesSNEDAI Groupe — Official Côte d'Ivoire e-Visa PortalAéroport d'Abidjan — Visas and Entry ConditionsWikipedia — Visa policy of Ivory Coast
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 (90-day stay)73 EURPaid online at SNEDAI portal; includes bank charges; non-refundable
Yellow fever vaccination30-70 EURCost varies by clinic in Italy; certificate mandatory for entry
Embassy traditional visa (alternative)VariesOnly if entering by land/sea or not via Abidjan airport; set by Ivorian consulate
Total estimate73 EUR — 143 EURincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa (online)
Approx. 48 hours
Apply via snedai.com at least 48 hours before departure; confirmation emailed, visa finalized on arrival at Abidjan.
Embassy/consulate visa
5-10 business days
Required for non-Abidjan-airport entry or multiple-entry needs; apply in advance at an Ivorian mission.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Italy is not on the visa-exempt list
Côte d'Ivoire exempts mainly ECOWAS and a limited set of countries; Italy and other EU states are not included, so a visa is required.
High
/02
e-Visa entry restricted to Abidjan airport
The online e-Visa is only valid for entry at Abidjan Port-Bouët Airport; arriving elsewhere requires a traditional embassy visa.
Medium
/03
Missing yellow fever certificate
Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and checked on arrival; travelers without it can be denied entry.
Medium
/04
Passport validity under 6 months
The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival, or boarding/entry may be refused.
Medium
/05
Incomplete online application
The 73 EUR fee is non-refundable if documents are incomplete or the application is rejected.
Low
/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
Italy to Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Confirmed via official SNEDAI e-Visa portal and Abidjan airport guidance that Italian ordinary passport holders require an e-Visa (73 EUR, up to 90 days), applied online with biometric enrolment on arrival at Abidjan airport.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Italian citizens need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire?—
Yes. Italy is not visa-exempt. Italian ordinary passport holders must obtain an e-Visa online before traveling, applied through the official SNEDAI portal.
Where do I apply for the Côte d'Ivoire e-Visa?+
Can I enter Côte d'Ivoire anywhere with the e-Visa?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
How long does the e-Visa take to process?+
How long can I stay on the e-Visa?+
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