Tanzania passport → Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso visa for citizens of Tanzania

eVisaeVisa · Tourist (up to 30 days)

Citizens of Tanzania 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.

Key facts

Entry route	eVisa · Tourist (up to 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	1–3 days
Government fee	$90
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Bank statement or cash equivalent of at least $200 per day of stay

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Gather all documents listed – especially passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, funds, vaccine cert, and insurance.
2
Go to the official Burkina Faso eVisa portal
Access online at https://applicant.visaburkina.bf/.
3
Create an account / log in
Register with your email address and create a secure password.
4
Complete the eVisa application form
Fill in personal, passport, travel, and accommodation details accurately.
5
Upload scanned documents
Upload digital copies of your passport data page, photo, itinerary, hotel reservation, bank statement, vaccine cert, and insurance.
6
Pay the visa fee online
Pay $90 (USD) via credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard) or other accepted online methods.
7
Submit application and wait for processing
Processing time is 1-3 business days. No interview or biometrics required.
8
Receive eVisa approval by email
Once approved, you will receive a PDF eVisa document via email.
9
Print the eVisa and carry it with your passport
Print a copy of the eVisa and keep it with your passport during travel.
10
Present eVisa at border on arrival
Show the printed eVisa and passport at immigration; biometrics may be taken at the border.

Documents checklist

Identity

Digital passport photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background)
Upload in JPEG format, max 500 KB.
Copy of passport data page
Clear, colour scan of the main page.
Passport-size photo (physical copy for entry)
Optional
May be requested at border control.

Travel

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity, at least 2 blank pages)
Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking
Show entry and exit from Burkina Faso.
Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or host invitation letter)
Must cover entire stay.

Financial

Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds (last 3 months)
Minimum $200 per day of stay.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for all travelers over 1 year.
Travel health insurance (covering COVID-19, minimum $50,000)
Must cover entire duration in Burkina Faso.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Equivalent of $200 per day of stay (e.g. $6,000 for 30 days)

Bank statement (last 3 months)
Cash at border

Proof of funds may be requested at entry; digital statements are accepted.

Good to know

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory; failure to provide proof may result in denial of entry or quarantine at the border.
Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages.
eVisa is compulsory for all Tanzanian citizens; no visa on arrival or visa-free option.
Travel insurance must be valid for the entire stay and cover COVID-19 expenses.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect application form

Double-check all fields before submission; use your exact passport details.

Invalid or expired passport

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.

Missing or insufficient documents (e.g., no proof of accommodation or insufficient funds)

Upload all required documents in correct format; show adequate funds.

Failed criminal or security background check

Ensure no outstanding warrants or travel bans; provide truthful information.

Inconsistencies in travel itinerary or accommodation details

Provide confirmed, matchable bookings.

FAQ

Do citizens of Tanzania need a visa for Burkina Faso?

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

How long can citizens of Tanzania stay in Burkina Faso?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $90.

How long does Burkina Faso visa processing take?

Typically 1–3 days.

What documents do citizens of Tanzania need for Burkina Faso?

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity, at least 2 blank pages); Digital passport photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking; Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or host invitation letter); Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds (last 3 months); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 3 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Burkina Faso?

At least 6 months.

Where do I apply?

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

Sources

applicant.visaburkina.bf

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