How Indian passport holders get a visa for Burkina Faso: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online via visaburkina.bf ⚠️ MEA advisory zone
- Government fee: USD 143 (~₹12,000) for single-entry tourist eVisa. Sticker visa via embassy: ~33,000 XOF (~₹4,500).
- Processing time: 3-10 business days. Apply 3-4 weeks before travel.
- Maximum stay: 30 days per entry (single-entry standard).
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 35/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-style photo (white background)
- Confirmed return / onward ticket
- Hotel bookings or invitation letter
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
- Proof of funds
- Travel insurance (recommended)
How & where to apply
Apply on the official Burkina Faso eVisa portal — visaburkina.bf. No visa-on-arrival for Indians. Burkina Faso eVisa (official, visaburkina.bf)
Transit & connections
Airside transit through Ouagadougou (OUA) for non-Burkinabé destinations does not require entry.
Good to know
⚠️ MEA travel advisory: Burkina Faso faces persistent terrorism threats, especially outside Ouagadougou — exercise extreme caution. Many tour operators have suspended programmes. Reconfirm MEA advisory at mea.gov.in before travel. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://applicant.visaburkina.bf/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Burkina Faso?
eVisa — apply online via visaburkina.bf ⚠️ MEA advisory zone. ⚠️ MEA travel advisory: Burkina Faso faces persistent terrorism threats, especially outside Ouagadougou — exercise extreme caution. Many tour operators have suspended programmes. Reconfirm MEA advisory at mea.gov.in before travel. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Burkina Faso visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages; Recent passport-style photo (white background); Confirmed return / onward ticket; Hotel bookings or invitation letter; Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory); Proof of funds; Travel insurance (recommended)
How long does a Burkina Faso visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 3-10 business days. Apply 3-4 weeks before travel.. Government fee: USD 143 (~₹12,000) for single-entry tourist eVisa. Sticker visa via embassy: ~33,000 XOF (~₹4,500).. Maximum stay: 30 days per entry (single-entry standard)..
How do Indians apply for a Burkina Faso visa?
Apply on the official Burkina Faso eVisa portal — visaburkina.bf. No visa-on-arrival for Indians. Official source: https://applicant.visaburkina.bf/