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Mexico to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Mexican passport holders need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire, but can apply online for an eVisa. You pre-enroll and pay (73 EUR) on the official SNEDAI portal, then the visa is finalized with biometrics on arrival at Abidjan's Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport. Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) requires a visa from Mexican ordinary passport holders for tourism, and Mexico is on the list of nationalities eligible for the Côte d'Ivoire eVisa. The eVisa is managed by SNEDAI (the official government-mandated operator) at snedai.com — the Ivorian embassy does not enroll applicants directly. The process is a pre-enrollment: the traveler completes the online application, uploads a passport valid at least 6 months, a return ticket and proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation), and pays the fee of 73 EUR. An online approval/authorization is typically issued within about 48 hours to 5 business days. Crucially, the eVisa is only valid for entry through Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Port Bouët) in Abidjan, where the final biometric visa sticker is issued on arrival. The visa permits a stay of up to 90 days. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Côte d'Ivoire. Côte d'Ivoire is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Travelers should apply at least two weeks before departure and carry printed copies of the approval and supporting documents.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE 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 (pre-enrollment online, issued on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
73 EUR (approx.)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 48 hours to 5 business days
standard track
Validity
Valid for travel within 90 days of issuance
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Verify your Mexican passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date and has blank pages. Mexico is on the list of eVisa-eligible nationalities.
· Passport 6+ months· Mexico eligible
/02
Get a yellow fever vaccination
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory to enter Côte d'Ivoire. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and keep the international (yellow) certificate.
· Mandatory· 10 days before travel
/03
Apply online at SNEDAI
Go to the official portal snedai.com and complete the eVisa pre-enrollment form. The embassy does not enroll applicants; SNEDAI is the official operator.
· snedai.com· Official operator
/04
Upload documents and pay
Upload your passport bio page, return/onward ticket, and proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter), then pay the 73 EUR fee online.
· 73 EUR· Hotel + ticket
/05
Receive the online approval
Wait for the eVisa authorization, typically issued within 48 hours to 5 business days. Print the approval confirmation and carry it with you.
· 48h-5 days· Print copy
/06
Fly into Abidjan and collect the visa
Enter only via Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Port Bouët) in Abidjan, where biometrics are captured and the visa sticker is issued on arrival.
· Abidjan airport only· Biometrics on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredMexican passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted SNEDAI online eVisa pre-enrollment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredeVisa fee of 73 EUR paid online
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 invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredPrinted copy of eVisa approval confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredArrival via Abidjan Port Bouët airport only
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPassport-style photo for the application
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
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 portalVisa policy of Ivory Coast - WikipediaCôte d'Ivoire embassy visa information
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
eVisa fee73 EURPaid online via SNEDAI at pre-enrollment; covers issuance on arrival
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (approx. 20-60 USD)Mandatory; cost depends on clinic in Mexico
Agency service fee (optional)0-100+ USDOnly if using a third-party visa service instead of applying directly
Total estimate73 EUR — 73 EUR + agency/vaccination costs (approx. 150 EUR)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online eVisa
48 hours to 5 business days
Apply directly at snedai.com; recommended to apply at least 2 weeks before departure
Expedited via third-party agency
2-3 business days
Faster handling for an extra service fee through commercial visa agencies
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Pre-enrollment required before travel
The eVisa must be applied for and approved online before boarding; it cannot simply be obtained spontaneously without the SNEDAI application.
High
/02
Wrong airport of entry
The eVisa is only valid at Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny airport; arriving by land or another airport invalidates it.
Medium
/03
Missing yellow fever certificate
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and checked on arrival; without it entry can be refused.
High
/04
Insufficient passport validity
Passport must be valid at least 6 months; shorter validity leads to refusal.
Medium
/05
Missing supporting documents
No hotel booking, return ticket, or proof of funds can cause application rejection or entry problems.
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
Mexico to Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Confirmed Mexico is on the Côte d'Ivoire eVisa-eligible nationality list; eVisa via SNEDAI, 73 EUR, up to 90 days, entry via Abidjan airport only, yellow fever mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Mexicans get a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire?—
Not in the traditional sense. You must complete the SNEDAI eVisa pre-enrollment and pay online before travel; the visa sticker and biometrics are then finalized on arrival at Abidjan airport.
How much does the Côte d'Ivoire eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay with the eVisa?+
Which airport must I use?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Is Côte d'Ivoire part of the Schengen area?+
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