--- title: Estonia visa for citizens of Burkina Faso description: Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Estonia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Documents checklist and application steps. canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/estonia/burkina-faso lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Estonia visa for citizens of Burkina Faso Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Estonia 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.* Application site: https://eelviisataotlus.vm.ee/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Long-stay D-visa - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Proof of funds:** 70 EUR per day (2100 EUR per month) for 'all other applicants'; varies by purpose ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa purpose and gather required documents** — Identify purpose (study, work, family, startup, etc.) and collect all supporting papers. 2. **Complete the online visa application form** — Fill and submit the form at eelviisataotlus.vm.ee; print and sign it. 3. **Prepare physical documents and translations** — Legalize or apostille foreign public documents and translate to Estonian or English if needed. 4. **Schedule an appointment and submit application in person** — Visit the Estonian embassy or consulate (e.g., New Delhi) with all documents and pay the visa fee. 5. **Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photo)** — 10 fingerprints will be taken at the visa centre; children under 12 exempt. 6. **Wait for processing and collect decision** — Processing time not specified; do not send documents before embassy email request. ## Documents checklist - **Valid travel document (passport) issued within previous 10 years, with at least two blank pages and valid at least 3 months after visa expiry** (Identity): Must be valid at least 3 months beyond visa expiration date. - **Filled in and signed visa application form** (Identity): Available online at eelviisataotlus.vm.ee; signed by applicant or legal guardian. - **Recent passport photo (35x45mm) meeting ICAO requirements** (Identity): Must be glued on the form, not stapled, and not older than 6 months. - **Travel medical insurance covering the entire visa validity period** (Supporting): Coverage until Estonian health insurance takes effect if applicable. - **Data concerning close relatives and family members** (Supporting): Use official form from Estonian embassy website. - **Biographical data form** (Supporting): Standard form provided by embassy. - **Additional application form 1 (exempt for NATO citizens)** (Supporting): Required for citizens of non-NATO countries. - **Documents indicating purpose of journey (e.g., host letter, employment registration, study confirmation)** (Supporting): Provide specific documents based on trip purpose. - **Travel ticket booking confirmation or proof of other transport to Estonia** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket expected for some purposes. - **Proof of sufficient financial means according to purpose of stay** (Financial): Amounts vary by purpose; e.g., 70 EUR per day for 'all other applicants'. - **Visa fee proof (payment receipt)** (Financial): Fee amount not specified in source; pay at submission. - **Additional supporting documents based on purpose (study: admission letter; work: short-term employment registration; family: family ties documents; startup: startup committee decision)** (Supporting, optional): Consular officer may request further documents. - **Legalization or apostille for foreign public documents with Estonian or English translation** (Supporting, optional): Applies to documents issued outside Estonia. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** 70 EUR per day (2100 EUR per month) for 'all other applicants'; varies by purpose - Bank statements - Sponsorship letters - Employment contract - Payslips Specific monthly requirements detailed in the source table (e.g., studies 800 EUR/month, short-term employment 1200 EUR one-time). ## Good to know - Do not send any documents prior to Embassy email request. - All foreign public documents must be legalized or apostilled and translated into Estonian or English. - Photo must be glued, not stapled, to the application form. - Consular officer may request additional documents during processing. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check all required documents and ensure translations/legalizations are in order. - **Insufficient financial means** — Provide clear proof of funds meeting the minimum amount for your purpose. - **Failure to attend biometric appointment or in-person submission** — Attend the scheduled appointment; walk-in not allowed. - **Inconsistent or unclear purpose of journey** — Provide strong evidence (host letter, employment registration, etc.) and be consistent in application form. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Estonia? Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Estonia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Long-stay D-visa. ### What documents do citizens of Burkina Faso need for Estonia? Valid travel document (passport) issued within previous 10 years, with at least two blank pages and valid at least 3 months after visa expiry; Filled in and signed visa application form; Recent passport photo (35x45mm) meeting ICAO requirements; Travel medical insurance covering the entire visa validity period; Data concerning close relatives and family members; Biographical data form; and 7 more. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://eelviisataotlus.vm.ee/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [PDF Embassy of Estonia New Delhi](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/estonia/india/english/pdf/Checklist-Tourism.pdf) - [Documents required for a long-stay visa - New Delhi](https://newdelhi.mfa.ee/documents-to-apply-for-a-d-visa/) - [New Delhi - Estonian Embassy in New Delhi](https://newdelhi.mfa.ee/) - [eelviisataotlus.vm.ee](https://eelviisataotlus.vm.ee/) ## More - [Estonia visa for every passport](/visa/estonia) - [Every destination for Burkina Faso passport holders](/visa/passport/burkina-faso)