Mauritania 
Burkina Faso Mauritanian citizens are explicitly listed among countries with visa-free access to Burkina Faso for up to 90 days.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket May be required (proof of onward travel).
Entry requirements
- Despite Burkina Faso's exit from ECOWAS in January 2025, visa-free arrangements for African nations continue.
- Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months.
- Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required for entry.
- Proof of onward travel may be required.
Stay
Visa-free stay valid for up to 90 days.
Passport
Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required.
Visa-free access continues despite ECOWAS changes. Always confirm requirements with Burkina Faso embassy before travel.
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