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title: Egypt visa for citizens of Burkina Faso
description: Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Egypt and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Egypt visa for citizens of Burkina Faso

Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Egypt and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents listed above.
2. **Schedule an appointment** — Contact the Egyptian embassy or consulate to book a visa appointment.
3. **Attend in-person appointment** — Submit original documents, application form, and pay the visa fee at the embassy.
4. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; check with the embassy for updates.
5. **Collect passport** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport with the visa, or arrange for courier if available.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages)** (Identity): Original and copy of bio page.
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Print and sign the form.
- **Passport-size photographs (2 recent color photos)** (Identity): White background, 4x6 cm.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed reservation, not necessarily paid.
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel): For the entire stay.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements for the last 3 months.
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.

## Proof of funds

- bank statements
- pay slips
- sponsor letter

Sufficient funds to cover travel expenses, typically $50-100 per day.

## Good to know

- Visa fees and processing times are subject to change; confirm with the embassy before applying.
- Burkina Faso citizens must apply in person; no eVisa or visa on arrival is available for tourism.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries and use a black pen.
- **Insufficient validity of passport (less than 6 months)** — Renew your passport before applying.
- **Lack of onward or return ticket** — Provide a confirmed flight itinerary.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Egypt and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa.

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages); Completed visa application form; Passport-size photographs (2 recent color photos); Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel booking confirmation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Egypt?

At least 6 months.

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