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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to Burkina Faso visa requirements

Taiwan ordinary passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel for tourists; the standard route is the official Burkina Faso eVisa, applied for online before travel at visaburkina.bf. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers. As of 2026, a Taiwan (TW) ordinary passport holder is NOT visa-exempt for Burkina Faso. Only Taiwanese diplomatic, official, and service passport holders are exempt; ordinary tourist passports require a visa. Burkina Faso operates a centralized electronic visa system (eVisa) launched in 2023 via the official government portal at www.visaburkina.bf, which is the recommended and standard pre-arrival route for tourists. The short-stay tourist visa permits stays of up to 90 days. Official government fees are 33,000 F CFA for a single entry and 55,000 F CFA for multiple entries; visas obtained at the port of entry (where available, generally not guaranteed for tourists) cost more (around 94,000 F CFA single / 122,000 F CFA multiple per the U.S. Embassy). A confirmed hotel reservation is required for tourist applications. Critically, proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers regardless of nationality, and entry will be refused without a valid International Certificate of Vaccination administered at least 10 days before arrival. Since April 2026, all passengers must also complete an online immigration travel form (fiche de voyage) at fichedevoyage.gov.bf before each trip. Burkina Faso is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Given the absence of a confirmed visa-free or reliable visa-on-arrival channel for ordinary Taiwan passports, the best fit is eVisa. Travelers should note Burkina Faso has serious security advisories; verify safety guidance before travel.
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-stay tourist visa, applied online)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
33,000 F CFA (single entry) / 55,000 F CFA (multiple entry) government fee
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 3-7 business days
standard track
Validity
Up to 90 days from issue/entry (short-stay visa validity does not exceed 90 days)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
Taiwan ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for Burkina Faso. Plan to apply for the eVisa online before departure via the official portal. Do not rely on visa-on-arrival as a tourist.
· Ordinary passport· Apply before travel
/02
Get vaccinated against yellow fever
Obtain a yellow fever vaccination and the International Certificate of Vaccination at least 10 days before arrival. This is mandatory for all travelers; entry is refused without it.
· Mandatory· 10 days before arrival
/03
Gather your documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months beyond your departure date, a recent passport photo, a confirmed hotel reservation, travel/health insurance, and your yellow fever certificate.
· Passport 6+ months· Hotel booking
/04
Apply on the official eVisa portal
Create an account and submit the application at www.visaburkina.bf (applicant.visaburkina.bf), upload the required documents, choose single or multiple entry, and pay the government fee online.
· visaburkina.bf· Online payment
/05
Receive and verify your eVisa
Wait for processing (commonly a few business days). Download and print the approved eVisa, checking that the name, passport number, and validity dates are correct.
· Print a copy· Check details
/06
Complete the travel form and travel
Before each trip, complete the mandatory online immigration travel form (fiche de voyage) at fichedevoyage.gov.bf. Carry your printed eVisa, yellow fever certificate, and hotel booking on arrival.
· fichedevoyage.gov.bf· Carry printouts
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredTaiwan ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond departure date with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted eVisa application via www.visaburkina.bf
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
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (International Certificate, 10+ days before arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed hotel reservation for the stay
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredeVisa government fee paid online (33,000 / 55,000 F CFA)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredOnline immigration travel form (fiche de voyage) completed before each trip
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RecommendedTravel and health insurance covering the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPrinted copy of the approved eVisa to present on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds
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 Burkina - Official eVisa Portal (Home)Visa Burkina - Short-Term Entry Visa (official fees and stay)Wikipedia - Visa policy of Burkina Faso
Application link included: Visa Burkina - Official eVisa Portal (Home)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa single-entry government fee33,000 F CFAShort-stay tourist visa, up to 90 days; official portal rate
eVisa multiple-entry government fee55,000 F CFAMultiple stays not exceeding 90 days total
Port-of-entry visa (single entry)~94,000 F CFAHigher fee if visa not obtained in advance; not reliable for tourists (per U.S. Embassy)
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (clinic dependent)Mandatory; cost depends on the clinic in Taiwan
Total estimate33,000 F CFA (~USD 55) — 55,000 F CFA (~USD 95) plus vaccination and insurance costsincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
3-7 business days
Apply online at visaburkina.bf well ahead of travel and download the approved eVisa once issued.
Embassy/consulate visa
Varies by mission
Apply at a Burkina Faso diplomatic mission if you prefer an in-person process; not available within Taiwan, so a regional mission is needed.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Taiwan ordinary passports are not visa-exempt
Only Taiwanese diplomatic, official, and service passport holders are exempt; ordinary tourist passports must obtain a visa.
High
/02
Centralized eVisa system
Since 2023 Burkina Faso issues entry visas primarily online through the official visaburkina.bf platform, making eVisa the standard pre-arrival route.
High
/03
Mandatory yellow fever vaccination
All travelers must show a valid yellow fever certificate; entry is refused without it, so it is a core requirement alongside the visa.
High
/04
Mandatory online travel form
Since April 2026 all passengers must complete the fiche de voyage online before each trip in addition to the visa.
Medium
/05
Security situation
Burkina Faso has significant security risks; many governments advise against travel, which can affect insurance and entry planning.
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
Taiwan to Burkina Faso route verified
Confirmed via the official visaburkina.bf eVisa portal and Wikipedia visa policy that Taiwan ordinary passport holders require a visa (eVisa route), with mandatory yellow fever vaccination and online travel form; verdict set to eVisa.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Taiwan passport holders enter Burkina Faso without a visa?—
No. Ordinary Taiwan passport holders need a visa. Only Taiwanese diplomatic, official, and service passport holders are visa-exempt. Tourists should apply for the eVisa online before travel.
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