Burkina Faso eVisa Types
This page explains the eVisa options available for travel to Burkina Faso. Each visa type permits specific activities and follows defined entry and stay rules.
Burkina Faso eVisa Types At a Glance
Express Visa
Best for: General short visits
Business Visa
Best for: Business activities
Transit Visa
Best for: Transit travel
Conferences and Studies Visa
Best for: Academic and professional events
Cooperation Visa
Best for: Cooperation and partnership projects
Important Notes
About the Express Visa Name
The Express Visa is a standard visa category. It does not indicate faster processing or priority approval.
Processing timelines are selected separately during the application.
Details on available processing options are provided on the Burkina Faso eVisa Fees page.
Education vs Conferences and Studies
Students and learners attending schools, colleges, or universities must apply under the Express Visa using the Education purpose.
Academics, professionals, trainees, and conference participants must apply under the Conferences and Studies Visa.
Document Requirements
Each visa type has specific document requirements based on the selected purpose. To review mandatory and conditional documents, refer to the Burkina Faso eVisa Requirements page.
Visa Types in Detail
Express Visa
The Express Visa is intended for general short-term travel to Burkina Faso.
It permits entry for common visit purposes.
Permitted purposes
- Family visit
- Mines and quarry
- Holiday and tourism
- Education (students and learners)
- Logistics and transport
- Investment
Specifications
- Entry: Single
- Validity: 90 days from date of issue
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days
Business Visa
The Business Visa permits travel for business meetings or commercial and professional activities.
Specifications
- Entry: Single or Multiple
- Validity: 90 days from date of issue
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days per entry
Transit Visa
The Transit Visa is issued to travellers passing through Burkina Faso to another destination.
Specifications
- Entry: Single
- Validity: 5 days
- Maximum stay: Up to 5 days
Conferences and Studies Visa
This visa applies to academic and professional engagements.
Permitted purposes
- Conferences
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Professional training
- Academic or professional study visits
Specifications
- Entry: Single or Multiple
- Validity: 90 days from date of issue
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days per entry
Cooperation Visa
The Cooperation Visa is issued for organised partnership and development activities.
Permitted purposes
- Cooperation agreements with the Government of Burkina Faso
- Twinning projects
- Development or partnership initiatives
Specifications
- Entry: Single or Multiple
- Validity: 90 days from date of issue
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days per entry
Choose by Purpose
Use the guide below to identify the visa type that matches your travel purpose.
Family Visit
Applicable visa: Express Visa
Holiday and Tourism
Applicable visa: Express Visa
Education (Students / Learners)
Applicable visa: Express Visa
Purpose: Education
Business Meetings and Activities
Applicable visa: Business Visa
Transit to Another Country
Applicable visa: Transit Visa
Conferences, Training, or Academic Events
Applicable visa: Conferences and Studies Visa
Cooperation or Twinning Projects
Applicable visa: Cooperation Visa