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Russian Federation to Burkina Faso visa requirements

Q: Can I get the Burkina Faso visa online?

Yes. Russian ordinary passport holders can apply for a short-term tourist eVisa through the official portal visaburkina.bf without visiting an embassy.

Q: How much does the tourist eVisa cost?

The single-entry tourist eVisa government fee is 33,000 F CFA (about EUR 50 / USD 57). A multiple-entry option costs 55,000 F CFA, and an express visa is 104,500 F CFA.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. A valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory to enter Burkina Faso.

Q: How long can I stay and how long is the visa valid?

The short-term visa permits a stay of up to 90 days. A single-entry visa is valid for up to six months from the date of issue.

Q: Is there visa-on-arrival for Russian travelers?

There is no reliable visa-on-arrival channel for ordinary Russian passport holders. Obtain the eVisa before you travel.

Yes, a visa is required. Russian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso, but they can apply online for a tourist eVisa through the official portal visaburkina.bf instead of visiting an embassy. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel for ordinary Russian passports. A Russia (RU) ordinary passport holder traveling to Burkina Faso for tourism requires a visa. The recommended route is the official Burkina Faso eVisa, launched in August 2023 and operated by the Burkinabe Division de la Migration at visaburkina.bf. The short-term tourist eVisa is issued for stays of up to 90 days; a single-entry tourist visa carries a government fee of 33,000 F CFA (roughly EUR 50 / USD 57), while multiple-entry is 55,000 F CFA. Visa validity does not exceed 90 days for the short-stay category, with single-entry visas valid up to six months from issue. Only diplomatic, official and service passport holders from Russia are visa-exempt; ordinary passport holders are not. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Applicants should use only the official portal to avoid inflated third-party service fees. As of 2026 there is no unilateral visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangement for Russian ordinary passport holders, and Burkina Faso is not part of the Schengen area.

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

eVisa (short-term tourist)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple-entry option available)

from issue date

Visa fee

33,000 F CFA (single-entry tourist); approx. EUR 50 / USD 57

consular fee only

Processing time

About 3-5 business days

standard track

Validity

Up to 90 days; single-entry visa valid up to 6 months from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an eVisa

As a Russian ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt. Plan to apply for the short-term tourist eVisa online before travel; there is no reliable visa-on-arrival channel.

· Ordinary passport· Apply before departure

/02

Get your yellow fever vaccination

A valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory to enter Burkina Faso. Vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and keep the certificate.

· Mandatory· 10 days before travel

/03

Prepare your documents

Scan your passport (valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages), a recent white-background color photo, hotel/accommodation proof, return flight reservation, and your yellow fever certificate.

· Digital scans· Color photo

/04

Apply on the official portal

Create an application at visaburkina.bf, select the short-term tourist visa and single entry, complete the form and upload documents. Use only the official site.

· visaburkina.bf· Single entry

/05

Pay the government fee online

Pay the 33,000 F CFA single-entry tourist fee (about EUR 50 / USD 57) by card during the online application.

· 33,000 F CFA· Card payment

/06

Receive and print your eVisa

Track the application and download the approved eVisa (typically within about 3-5 business days). Print a copy and carry it with your passport on arrival.

· Print copy· Carry at entry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Russian Federation -> Burkina Faso · eVisa (short-term tourist)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival

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

required

RequiredAt least two blank passport pages

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

required

RequiredApproved Burkina Faso eVisa (printed)

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

RequiredRecent color passport photo (white background)

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

required

RequiredConfirmed accommodation / hotel booking

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredReturn or onward flight reservation

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

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance

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

recommended

RequiredeVisa government fee paid (33,000 F CFA)

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.

Official sourcesVisa Burkina - Official eVisa Portal (Division de la Migration)Visa Burkina - Short-Term Visa (fees & validity)Visa Burkina - Frequently Asked Questions

Application link included: Visa Burkina - Official eVisa Portal (Division de la Migration)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa - single entry33,000 F CFAApprox. EUR 50 / USD 57; government fee on official portal

Tourist eVisa - multiple entry55,000 F CFAOptional upgrade for multiple visits within 90 days

Express / urgent visa104,500 F CFAExpedited processing for emergency travel

Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (clinic-dependent)Mandatory; paid to vaccination provider, not the visa portal

Total estimate33,000 F CFA (approx. EUR 50) — 104,500 F CFA (approx. EUR 160, express)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

About 3-5 business days

Apply on visaburkina.bf and receive the eVisa electronically; recommended for normal trip planning.

Express / urgent visa

Faster turnaround (emergency travel)

Higher government fee (104,500 F CFA) for urgent cases.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Russian ordinary passports are not visa-exempt

Only diplomatic, official and service passport holders from Russia are exempt; ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa.

High

/02

Official eVisa system available

Since August 2023, Burkina Faso offers a fully online eVisa via visaburkina.bf, removing the need to visit an embassy.

High

/03

Yellow fever certificate mandatory

Entry is refused without a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever.

High

/04

No visa-on-arrival for ordinary passports

Travelers should secure the eVisa before departure rather than relying on arrival processing.

Medium

/05

Beware unofficial visa sites

Third-party agencies charge well above the official government fee; use only visaburkina.bf.

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

Russia to Burkina Faso route verified

Confirmed via the official visaburkina.bf portal that Russian ordinary passport holders require a visa and may use the short-term tourist eVisa (single-entry fee 33,000 F CFA, up to 90-day stay). No visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel exists.

/09 — The questions