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title: Burkina Faso visa for citizens of Cameroon
description: "Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Burkina Faso and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $55. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Burkina Faso visa for citizens of Cameroon

Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Burkina Faso and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://applications.visaburkina.bf

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $55
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Not explicitly required, but may be requested.

## How to apply

1. **Access the official eVisa portal** — Go to https://applications.visaburkina.bf and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload digital copies of passport photo, passport data page, flight itinerary, accommodation, and vaccination certificate.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay the fee (55 USD) using a credit/debit card.
5. **Receive eVisa by email** — Processing takes 3–5 business days; approved eVisa is sent via email in PDF format.
6. **Print and carry the eVisa** — Print a copy to present to immigration upon arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Travel): Must have at least one blank page.
- **Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45mm)** (Supporting): Uploaded during application.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Proof of onward/return travel.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For the entire stay.
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial, optional): May be requested to show sufficient funds.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Mandatory for travelers from endemic countries.
- **Travel insurance (covering COVID-19)** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not always required.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements

Not strictly required but may be requested by immigration.

## Good to know

- The eVisa is for a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days.
- You must travel via Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) or Bobo-Dioulasso Airport (BOY).
- The visa validity is 90 days from issuance; you must enter within this window.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incorrect or incomplete application form** — Double-check all fields before submission.
- **Invalid/expired passport or missing blank pages** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and at least 1 blank page.
- **Unclear or non-compliant photograph** — Use a recent, high-quality photo with white background and correct dimensions.
- **Missing mandatory documents (e.g., yellow fever certificate)** — Check the document checklist before submitting.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Burkina Faso and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Cameroon stay in Burkina Faso?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Burkina Faso visa cost for citizens of Cameroon?

Government fee: $55.

### How long does Burkina Faso visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Cameroon need for Burkina Faso?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45mm); Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Burkina Faso?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://applications.visaburkina.bf. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [applications.visaburkina.bf](https://applications.visaburkina.bf)

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