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Transit visa

Last verified Jul 23, 2026

Quick answer

The Burkina Faso transit visa is granted to foreigners transiting through the country. Its validity cannot exceed five (05) days [1]. Applicants must provide a valid passport, completed application form, two recent color photos (3.5x4.5 cm), proof of the reason for staying, a medical examination certificate, a health insurance certificate, and a stamp duty payment receipt [2]. The visa costs 22,000 F CFA [2].

Key facts

Visa validity5 days[1]
Cost22,000 F CFA[2]

Requirements

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Requirements in detail

DocumentValid passport

Passport must be valid for the duration of transit.

DocumentApplication form

Duly completed, dated and signed application form provided by the competent administration.

DocumentRecent identity photos

Two (02) recent color photos with white background, format 3.5 x 4.5 cm.

2 photos
DocumentProof of transit reason

Document justifying the need to transit through Burkina Faso (e.g., immobilization, waiting for connection, force majeure).

OtherMedical examination certificate

Certificate attesting that the applicant is not suffering from a contagious disease.

InsuranceHealth insurance certificate

Health insurance covering the entire stay period in Burkina Faso.

FeeStamp duty payment receipt

Payment of the transit visa fee of 22,000 F CFA.

22,000 F CFA

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport [2]
  • One (01) application form, provided by the competent administration, duly completed, dated and signed [2]
  • Two (02) recent identity photos in color on a white background, format 3.5 x 4.5 cm [2]
  • Proof of the reason for staying in Burkina Faso [2]
  • Medical examination certificate attesting that the applicant is not suffering from a contagious disease [2]
  • Health insurance certificate covering the period of stay [2]
  • Stamp duty payment receipt [2]

This list adjusts automatically based on your nationality and category.

How to apply

  1. 1

    Gather all required documents as listed [2].

  2. 2

    Complete the application form provided by the competent administration [2].

  3. 3

    Submit the application electronically via the official visa application portal [2].

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Sources

One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.

  1. [1]

    Transit visa purpose and validity

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    Required documents and cost

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This page reflects Burkina Faso's officially published requirements as of the dates above. It is not legal advice, and final approval is solely at the discretion of Burkina Faso's immigration authorities. For a case-specific compliance check against your own documents, try VisaBook free.