PASSPORT / VISAS

PASSPORTS : Valid passport required by all except nationals of ECOWAS countries, when holding national identity cards.

VISAS: Required by all except:

(a) Those mentioned under passport exemptions above, for up to 90 days;

(b) Those persons continuing their journey within 24 hours to another country provided holding onward tickets and the appropriate travel documents and not leaving the airport.

Types of visa and cost: Tourist, Business and Transit: €26 (three months); €48 (12 months). Visa costs vary with the exchange rate. Visitors should contact the nearest Embassy for up-to-date prices.

Validity: Visas are valid for three or 12 months from the date of entry and permit multiple entry.

Application to: Nearest Consulate (or Consular Section at Embassy); see Contact Addresses section.

Application requirements: (a) valid passport. (b) Three application forms. (c) Three passport-size photos. (d) Fee, payable in cash or by postal order only. (e) For postal applications, arrangements must be made for the passport to be returned by a courier service. (f) Company letter if on business.

Working days required: Visas can be granted within one day if papers are in order.

Temporary residence: Application to be made to the Central Government of Burkina Faso. Enquire at Consulate or Embassy for further information