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title: El Salvador visa for citizens of Burkina Faso
description: "Citizens of Burkina Faso need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $30. Processing: 3–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# El Salvador visa for citizens of Burkina Faso

Citizens of Burkina Faso need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador.

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

Application site: https://portalgob.sv/portal/tramite/buscador/tramite/1111

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–7 days
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements or pay stubs from last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Create account on portal** — Register at the official Salvadoran eVisa portal with your email.
2. **Fill out application form** — Complete the online form with personal, passport, and travel details.
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload all required documents in PDF or JPEG format.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the $30 USD fee online via credit card or PayPal.
5. **Submit application** — Review and submit; you will receive a confirmation email.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 3–7 business days; check status online.
7. **Receive eVisas by email** — Approved eVisa is sent as a PDF; print and carry during travel.
8. **Enter El Salvador** — Present printed eVisa and passport at immigration upon arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport copy (main page)** (Travel): valid for at least 6 months from entry
- **Recent passport-style photo** (Supporting): white background, 2x2 inches
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): round trip or onward ticket
- **Hotel reservation or invitation letter** (Travel): covers entire stay
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): show sufficient funds for stay
- **Pay stubs or employment letter** (Employment): if employed, prove income
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): if traveling from affected country
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): recommended for medical coverage
- **Criminal record certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): may be requested for long stays

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent to $50 USD per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Pay stubs
- Credit card statements

Proof of sufficient funds is required to cover accommodation and expenses.

## Good to know

- The eVisa is only for tourism; business or work activities require a different visa.
- Ensure passport has at least two blank pages for entry stamp.
- Visa fees are non-refundable even if application is denied.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all uploaded files and information before submission.
- **Criminal record or security concerns** — If you have a record, provide full disclosure and any official explanations.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for El Salvador?

Citizens of Burkina Faso need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Burkina Faso stay in El Salvador?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $30.

### How long does El Salvador visa processing take?

Typically 3–7 days.

### What documents do citizens of Burkina Faso need for El Salvador?

Passport copy (main page); Recent passport-style photo; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or invitation letter; Bank statements (last 3 months); Pay stubs or employment letter; and 3 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for El Salvador?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://portalgob.sv/portal/tramite/buscador/tramite/1111. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [portalgob.sv](https://portalgob.sv/portal/tramite/buscador/tramite/1111)

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- [El Salvador visa for every passport](/visa/el-salvador)
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