Burkina Faso Visa Information
Summary
Passports
Valid passport required
(minimum six month validity) by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a) those persons continuing their journey within 24 hours to another country, provided holding onward tickets, the appropriate travel documents and not leaving the airport.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see General Info).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist, Business and Transit visas all cost £25.
Validity
Visas are normally valid for three months from the date of entry and permit multiple entry, if requested.
Applications to:
Nearest consulate (or consular section at embassy); see General Info.
Working Days Required
3 Working days required. If papers are in order, visas are issued promptly. Applications may take a few weeks if referred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Burkina Faso.
Warning
There have been incidents involving armed groups stopping vehicles (including public buses) to rob them in various parts of the country, particularly at night. You should avoid travel between towns by road at night.
There has been severe flooding in the provinces of Kouritenga, Oubritenga, Kadiogo, Houet, Zandoma, Yatenga, Passoré, Loroum, Bam, Namentenga, Sanmatenga and Zoundwego. The flooding is likely to have affected local road conditions and may increase the threat of waterborne diseases. If you intend to travel to the affected areas, seek and follow advice from the local authorities.
Most visits to Burkina Faso are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Travelers should carry some form of identification with them at all times.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Vaccinations
Health Care
Health insurance is strongly recommended.
Note
* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all travelers over one year of age.
| Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? | |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passports
Valid passport required
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a) those persons continuing their journey within 24 hours to another country, provided holding onward tickets, the appropriate travel documents and not leaving the airport.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see General Info).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist, Business and Transit visas all cost £25.
Validity
Visas are normally valid for three months from the date of entry and permit multiple entry, if requested.
Applications to:
Nearest consulate (or consular section at embassy); see General Info.
Working Days Required
3 Working days required. If papers are in order, visas are issued promptly. Applications may take a few weeks if referred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Burkina Faso.
Warning
There have been incidents involving armed groups stopping vehicles (including public buses) to rob them in various parts of the country, particularly at night. You should avoid travel between towns by road at night.
There has been severe flooding in the provinces of Kouritenga, Oubritenga, Kadiogo, Houet, Zandoma, Yatenga, Passoré, Loroum, Bam, Namentenga, Sanmatenga and Zoundwego. The flooding is likely to have affected local road conditions and may increase the threat of waterborne diseases. If you intend to travel to the affected areas, seek and follow advice from the local authorities.
Most visits to Burkina Faso are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Travelers should carry some form of identification with them at all times.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Vaccinations
| Special Precautions | Certificate Required? | |
| Diphtheria | Yes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Yes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | Yes* |
Health Care
Health insurance is strongly recommended.
Note
* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all travelers over one year of age.
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