Destination

Burkina Faso visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Burkina Faso? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Western Africa | Continent: Africa

Burkina Faso flag
19Visa-free
124eVisa
55Visa on arrival
0Visa required

Burkina Faso entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 19 can enter Burkina Faso visa-free (most commonly for up to 90 days) and 55 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 124 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure.

74 of 198 passports can travel to Burkina Faso without arranging anything before departure.

Open the visa map

Burkina Faso entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Burkina Faso
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaeVisa
ChinaeVisa
NigeriaVisa-free
South AfricaeVisa
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippineseVisa

Burkina Faso visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Burkina Faso.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa1711250
Asia23460
Europe031140
North America03200
Oceania02120
South America0570

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 19
eVisa 124
Visa on arrival 55

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Burkina Faso?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 19 can enter visa-free, 55 can get a visa on arrival and 124 need an eVisa. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Burkina Faso without a visa?

19 passports have visa-free access to Burkina Faso, including United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, Cape Verde, Benin, Central African Rep. and others. The most common visa-free stay is 90 days.

Does Burkina Faso offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 55 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Burkina Faso. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Burkina Faso eVisa online?

124 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Burkina Faso. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 28 can enter Burkina Faso visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

Visa rules for nearby destinations

About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

Connecting through a third country? Read when a layover needs a transit visa.