Burundi to Côte d’Ivoire visa requirements
Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Cote d'Ivoire for tourism.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Burundi travellers need to know
If you hold a Burundi passport and plan to visit Côte d’Ivoire for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Cote d'Ivoire for tourism.
Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Passport rule: Valid passport with at least 6 months validity after arrival
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Apply online through official pre-enrollment portal. Burundi is not among visa-exempt countries. Pre-registration required for biometric visa. Always confirm current requirements.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Burundi to Côte d’Ivoire.
Entry requirements
- Apply online through pre-enrollment portal.
- E-visa valid for up to 90 days per application.
- Pre-registration converted to biometric visa upon arrival.
- Can apply up to 3 times per calendar year.
- Maximum stay: 90 days
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Apply online through official pre-enrollment portal. Burundi is not among visa-exempt countries. Pre-registration required for biometric visa. Always confirm current requirements.
How to prepare (Burundi → Côte d’Ivoire)
- 1
Apply on the official Côte d’Ivoire eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Burundi passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Côte d’Ivoire
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Registered plane tickets
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundi citizens need a visa for Côte d’Ivoire?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burundi travellers need eVisa for tourism to Côte d’Ivoire. Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Cote d'Ivoire for tourism.
How long can I stay in Côte d’Ivoire on a Burundi passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Côte d’Ivoire immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Burundi travellers carry to Côte d’Ivoire?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Where can I verify Côte d’Ivoire entry rules officially?
Start with: Côte d'Ivoire SNEDAI e-Visa Portal; Côte d'Ivoire Ministry of Foreign Affairs - List of visa-exempt countries. Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Côte d'Ivoire SNEDAI e-Visa Portal
- Côte d'Ivoire Ministry of Foreign Affairs - List of visa-exempt countries
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.