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Burkina Faso visa for citizens of Luxembourg

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Luxembourg 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 · Tourist (30 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 21 days
Visa validity	30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	F CFA 47,000
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay (approx. $100/day)

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Gather passport (valid 6+ months), onward ticket, photos, proof of funds, and vaccination certificate.
2
Arrive at designated border point
Travel to Burkina Faso via an international airport (Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso) or land border that offers visa on arrival.
3
Approach visa-on-arrival counter
Upon arrival, proceed to the immigration desk designated for visa on arrival.
4
Complete visa application form
Fill out the visa application form provided by the immigration officer.
5
Submit documents and pay fee
Submit passport, photos, and other requested documents, then pay the visa fee (approximately $90 USD).
6
Receive visa and enter the country
Immigration will issue the visa, usually valid for up to 30 days single entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival and have at least 1 blank visa page.
Passport-sized photos
Two recent color photos (passport size, white background).

Travel

Proof of onward/return ticket
Confirmed flight booking showing departure from Burkina Faso.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash equivalent showing at least $100 per day of stay.
Visa fee payment
Payable in cash (USD/EUR) or by credit card at the arrival point.

Health

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for all travelers arriving from endemic countries.

Supporting

Visa application form
Completed form provided at arrival checkpoint.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: At least $100 per day of intended stay

Bank statement
Cash
Traveler's checks

Proof of funds may be requested upon arrival.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is available only at major entry points (Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso airports).
Visa can be refused if required documents are incomplete or passport validity is insufficient.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory; failure to present may result in quarantine or refusal.

Common refusal reasons

Invalid or insufficiently valid passport

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival and has at least 1 blank page.

Missing onward ticket

Carry a printed confirmed onward or return flight booking.

Insufficient funds

Carry enough cash or a bank statement showing at least $100 per day.

Lack of yellow fever vaccination

Obtain vaccination at least 10 days before travel and carry the certificate.

FAQ

Do citizens of Luxembourg need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Citizens of Luxembourg can get a visa on arrival in Burkina Faso. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

How long can citizens of Luxembourg stay in Burkina Faso?

Up to 21 days.

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

Government fee: F CFA 47,000.

What documents do citizens of Luxembourg need for Burkina Faso?

Valid passport; Proof of onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-sized photos; Visa application form; Visa fee payment; and 2 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Burkina Faso?

At least 6 months.

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