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South Korea to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Côte d'Ivoire e-visa?

Only at snedai.com/e-visa, the sole platform approved by the Ivorian government. Embassies direct applicants there and do not enroll travelers directly.

Q: How long does the e-visa take and how much does it cost?

The fee is EUR 73, paid online, and the pre-enrollment confirmation is normally issued within about 48 hours. Apply at least 48 hours before departure.

Q: Do I get the visa online or at the airport?

You apply and pay online, then receive a pre-enrollment confirmation by email. The actual biometric visa is issued on arrival at Abidjan airport after fingerprinting and a photo.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. A valid international yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and is checked on arrival; without it you can be refused entry.

Q: Can I use the e-visa if I arrive somewhere other than Abidjan?

No. The pre-enrollment/biometric-on-arrival scheme applies only at Abidjan Port Bouet International Airport. For other entry points, apply for a traditional visa at an Ivorian embassy or consulate.

South Korean ordinary passport holders need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire. The practical route is the official e-visa (pre-enrollment) applied online through SNEDAI before travel, with the biometric visa collected on arrival at Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (Port Bouët) Airport. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory. South Korea is not on Côte d'Ivoire's visa-exempt list, so a Korean ordinary passport holder cannot enter visa-free for tourism. Côte d'Ivoire operates an e-visa / pre-enrollment scheme: you complete the application and pay online via SNEDAI (snedai.com/e-visa), the only government-approved portal, at least 48 hours before departure. You receive a pre-enrollment confirmation by email, print it, and on arrival at Abidjan Port Bouët (Félix-Houphouët-Boigny) International Airport you complete biometric enrollment (fingerprints and photo) and the physical biometric visa sticker is issued. The e-visa fee is EUR 73. The pre-enrollment route is valid only for travelers entering through Abidjan airport; land/sea borders or other airports require a traditional embassy visa. A valid international certificate of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry, and the passport must be valid for at least six months. Tourist applicants are typically asked for a hotel reservation and proof of sufficient funds. Because official airport guidance describes the standard scheme as single-entry and sources differ on the exact authorized stay (commonly cited around 30 days within a 90-day validity), travelers should confirm the entry/stay terms shown on their own visa approval and at the SNEDAI portal at the time of application.

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 (online pre-enrollment, biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport)

Maximum stay

Up to ~30 days authorized stay per entry (confirm on your approval)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (standard e-visa/pre-enrollment scheme)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 73

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued within ~48 hours (apply at least 48 hours before departure)

standard track

Validity

e-Visa valid 90 days from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and entry point

The e-visa/pre-enrollment route is valid only if you arrive at Abidjan Port Bouet (Felix-Houphouet-Boigny) International Airport. If entering by land, sea, or another airport, apply for a traditional visa at an Ivorian embassy/consulate instead.

· Abidjan airport only· Ordinary passport

/02

Apply online via SNEDAI

Go to the official portal snedai.com/e-visa - the only government-approved site. Complete the form, upload a passport photo and passport bio page, and submit at least 48 hours before departure.

· snedai.com/e-visa· 48h minimum

/03

Pay the e-visa fee

Pay EUR 73 online by credit/debit card during the application. Keep the payment receipt.

· EUR 73· Card payment

/04

Receive and print the pre-enrollment confirmation

Within about 48 hours you receive a pre-enrollment/pre-authorization document by email. Print it and carry it with you for travel.

· Email confirmation· Print required

/05

Get vaccinated for yellow fever

Obtain the international certificate of vaccination against yellow fever before travel; it is mandatory and checked on arrival.

· Yellow fever mandatory

/06

Complete biometric enrollment on arrival

At Abidjan airport, present the printed pre-enrollment document at the visa desk, give fingerprints and a photo, and collect your biometric visa sticker.

· Biometrics on arrival· Visa issued at airport

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Côte d'Ivoire · e-Visa (online pre-enrollment, biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page

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

required

RequiredCompleted online application via snedai.com/e-visa

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

required

RequiredPrinted pre-enrollment / pre-authorization confirmation email

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

required

RequiredEUR 73 e-visa fee paid online by card

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

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (digital upload)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RecommendedConfirmed hotel reservation or host address

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

recommended

RecommendedReturn or onward air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredArrival routed through Abidjan Port Bouet International Airport

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 sourcesVisa policy of Ivory Coast - Wikipedia SNEDAI Groupe - official e-Visa portal Embassy of Côte d'Ivoire - visa information

Application link included: Visa policy of Ivory Coast - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

e-Visa feeEUR 73Paid online via SNEDAI at application; covers pre-enrollment and biometric visa issued on arrival

Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (clinic-dependent)Mandatory certificate; cost depends on your vaccination provider

Passport photoVariesDigital photo for upload; minor cost if taken at a studio

Total estimateEUR 73 — EUR 110incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-visa pre-enrollment (SNEDAI)

~48 hours

Apply online at least 48 hours before departure; receive pre-enrollment confirmation by email, then collect biometric visa on arrival at Abidjan airport

Traditional embassy visa

Several business days to weeks

Apply at an Ivorian embassy/consulate accredited to Korea; needed if not entering via Abidjan airport

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

South Korea is not visa-exempt for Côte d'Ivoire

Korean ordinary passport holders do not appear on Côte d'Ivoire's visa-exemption list, so a visa is required for any tourist entry.

High

/02

Official e-visa portal is SNEDAI only

snedai.com is the sole government-approved platform; embassies direct applicants there and do not enroll directly. Third-party agency sites add fees.

High

/03

Entry must be through Abidjan airport

The pre-enrollment/biometric-on-arrival scheme only applies at Abidjan Port Bouet International Airport; other entry points need an embassy visa.

Medium

/04

Yellow fever certificate is mandatory

Travelers without a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate can be denied entry regardless of visa status.

High

/05

Apply at least 48 hours before departure

Processing takes around 48 hours, so last-minute applications risk not receiving the confirmation in time to board.

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

South Korea to Côte d'Ivoire route verified

Verified against the Wikipedia visa policy of Ivory Coast, official Ivorian embassy guidance, the SNEDAI e-visa portal, and Abidjan airport entry-conditions page: South Korea is not visa-exempt; e-visa pre-enrollment via SNEDAI (EUR 73, ~48h, biometric visa at Abidjan airport) with mandatory yellow fever certificate.

/09 — The questions