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Burkina Faso visa for citizens of Iceland

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival

Citizens of Iceland can get a visa on arrival in Burkina Faso.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 21 days
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	F CFA 47,000

How to apply

1
Arrive at a designated port of entry
Present yourself at the visa-on-arrival counter at Ouagadougou or Bobo-Dioulasso airports (or land borders where service is available).
2
Complete the visa application form
Fill out the visa-on-arrival application form provided by immigration officers.
3
Submit documents and photograph
Hand over your passport, completed form, photo, and any supporting documents as requested.
4
Pay the visa fee (cash only, in XOF or euros)
Pay the required fee in cash at the counter.
5
Receive visa sticker and collect passport
The officer will affix the visa sticker into your passport and return it upon processing.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay)
Must have at least one blank visa page.
Passport-sized photograph
Usually one recent photo needed for visa sticker.

Travel

Completed arrival/departure form
Obtained on arrival or sometimes provided by airline.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Optional
May be requested to show onward arrangements.
Return/onward flight ticket
Required as proof of exit from Burkina Faso.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
May be asked to show cash, credit card, or bank statement for stay.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Mandatory for entry; must be presented upon arrival.

Proof of funds

Cash (XOF/EUR)
Credit card
Bank statement

Specific minimum amount not fixed; sufficient funds for intended stay must be evident.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is available only at Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso airports; check if land borders offer this service for your nationality.
Only nationals of Iceland (Schengen) may obtain visa on arrival for Burkina Faso; conditions can change without notice.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory; failure to present may result in denial of entry or quarantine.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months) or missing blank visa page

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay and has at least one blank page.

Lack of yellow fever vaccination certificate

Obtain the Yellow Fever vaccine and bring the international certificate (ICVP) with you.

Inability to pay visa fee in cash or in the correct currency

Carry enough cash in XOF or euros; no card payment is accepted at the visa on arrival counter.

FAQ

Do citizens of Iceland need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Citizens of Iceland can get a visa on arrival in Burkina Faso. Visa type: Visa on Arrival.

How long can citizens of Iceland stay in Burkina Faso?

Up to 21 days.

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

Government fee: F CFA 47,000.

What documents do citizens of Iceland need for Burkina Faso?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Completed arrival/departure form; Passport-sized photograph; Return/onward flight ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation); and 1 more depending on your situation.

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