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Poland to Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements

Polish (PL) ordinary passport holders need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire, and the recommended route is the official online eVisa, applied for before travel via the SNEDAI portal. Côte d'Ivoire is in West Africa, not the Schengen area, so the 90/180 short-stay rule and ETIAS do not apply. Poland is not on Côte d'Ivoire's visa-exemption list (which is limited mainly to ECOWAS members and a short list of other nations), so a visa is required for tourism. The standard, recommended channel is the electronic visa (eVisa) issued through SNEDAI, the government's authorized operator. The traveler completes online pre-enrollment, uploads a passport bio-page, a return/round-trip flight reservation, and a hotel reservation or letter of invitation, and pays the fee online. The eVisa is valid for 90 days and is processed within 48 hours of enrollment. A critical condition is that the eVisa is only honored for arrival at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Port Bouët) in Abidjan; travelers arriving by land or at other points should obtain a biometric visa via the embassy instead. An International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever is mandatory for entry, and the passport must be valid for at least six months with blank pages. Sources consulted confirm the eVisa fee is 73 EUR (online, bank fees included) versus 58 EUR for the in-person embassy biometric visa. Because Côte d'Ivoire is in West Africa and not part of the Schengen area, the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS are not relevant 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
Electronic visa (eVisa) via SNEDAI; tourism / short visit
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single/multiple entry (3-month validity)
from issue date
Visa fee
73 EUR (online eVisa, bank fees included)
consular fee only
Processing time
Within 48 hours of enrollment
standard track
Validity
90 days from date of issuance
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you are eligible for the eVisa
Verify your trip arrives at Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (Port Bouët). The eVisa is only valid at this airport; for land borders or other points of entry you must use the embassy biometric visa instead.
· Online· 5 minutes
/02
Start pre-enrollment on the SNEDAI portal
Go to the official portal (snedai.com / e-visa) and begin the pre-enrollment (pre-enrolment) form with your personal details, passport data, travel dates, and a contact/address in Côte d'Ivoire.
· snedai.com· 15-20 minutes
/03
Upload supporting documents
Upload a clear scan of your passport bio-data page, a round-trip flight reservation, and a confirmed hotel reservation or a letter of invitation/accommodation certificate.
· PDF/JPG uploads
/04
Pay the eVisa fee online
Pay the 73 EUR fee (bank fees included) by card through the secure SNEDAI payment system and save the payment confirmation.
· 73 EUR· Card payment
/05
Receive and print the eVisa approval
The file is processed within 48 hours. Download and print the eVisa pre-enrollment/approval document to present on arrival, where biometrics are captured and the final visa is issued at the airport.
· 48 hours· Print copy
/06
Prepare health and entry documents for arrival
Carry your International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever (mandatory), passport valid 6+ months with blank pages, and proof of accommodation and funds for the airport immigration check.
· Yellow fever certificate required
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with at least 2 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
RequiredScan of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRound-trip / onward flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed hotel reservation or letter of invitation / accommodation certificate
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredInternational Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredeVisa fee of 73 EUR paid online (card)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted eVisa approval/pre-enrollment document for arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredArrival routed through Abidjan Port Bouët (FHB) International 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 sourcesVisa policy of Côte d'Ivoire (Wikipedia)SNEDAI Groupe - E-visa Côte d'Ivoire (official operator)Embassy of Côte d'Ivoire (UK) - Get the visa for Côte d'Ivoire
Application link included: Visa policy of Côte d'Ivoire (Wikipedia)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa fee (online, SNEDAI)73 EURBank/processing fees included; for arrival at Abidjan airport
Embassy biometric visa (alternative)58 EURPaid online at snedai.com for in-person embassy enrollment; needed for non-Abidjan/land entry
Yellow fever vaccination~80-150 PLNCost at a Polish vaccination center; varies by clinic
Total estimate58 EUR — 73 EURincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa (SNEDAI online)
Within 48 hours
Apply online before travel; final biometric visa issued on arrival at Abidjan airport
Embassy biometric visa
Several business days (appointment-based)
In-person enrollment at the embassy; needed for land borders or non-Abidjan arrival
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Poland is not visa-exempt for Côte d'Ivoire
Exemptions are limited mainly to ECOWAS members and a short list of other states; Polish ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa.
High
/02
eVisa only valid at Abidjan airport
The eVisa is honored only for arrival at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport; other entry points require an embassy biometric visa.
Medium
/03
Missing yellow fever certificate
An International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever is mandatory; travelers without it can be denied entry.
Medium
/04
Insufficient passport validity or blank pages
Passport must be valid 6+ months with blank pages; otherwise the application or entry is refused.
Medium
/05
Incomplete supporting documents
Failure to upload a flight reservation and hotel booking/invitation delays or blocks eVisa approval.
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
Poland to Côte d'Ivoire route verified
Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy and official SNEDAI/embassy sources that Polish ordinary passport holders require a visa, with the online eVisa (73 EUR, 90-day validity, 48-hour processing, Abidjan airport only) as the recommended channel.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Polish citizens enter Côte d'Ivoire without a visa?—
No. Poland is not on Côte d'Ivoire's visa-exemption list, so Polish ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before travel, most conveniently the online eVisa.
How much does the Côte d'Ivoire eVisa cost?+
How long does the eVisa take and how long is it valid?+
Is the eVisa valid at any entry point?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+
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