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title: "Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of Italy"
description: "Citizens of Italy need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €70. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of Italy

Citizens of Italy need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

Application site: https://snedai.ci/e-visa/visa

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (90 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** €70
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Proof of sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official SNEDAI eVisa portal** — Go to https://snedai.ci/e-visa/visa to start application.
2. **Create an account** — Register with your email address and create a password.
3. **Fill in personal and travel details** — Enter passport information, travel dates, and purpose of visit.
4. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport scan, photo, proof of accommodation, flight itinerary, and funds.
5. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay €70 using a credit/debit card or other online payment methods.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 3–5 business days. Check application status via the portal.
7. **Receive eVisa by email** — The approved eVisa is sent as a PDF to your registered email.
8. **Print the eVisa and present upon arrival** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa and present it at Port Bouet Airport (ABJ).

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months)** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Passport photo (recent, white background)** (Identity): Must be taken within the last 6 months
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)** (Travel): Hotel reservation or host letter
- **Flight itinerary (round trip or onward ticket)** (Travel): Return or onward ticket required
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or sponsor letter
- **Travel insurance (optional but recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Medical and travel insurance covering the stay
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic area)** (Supporting, optional): Required only if traveling from a yellow fever endemic country
- **Passport data page copy** (Identity, optional): Scanned copy of personal details page

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Sponsor letter with proof of sponsor's funds

Sufficient funds to cover accommodation and expenses during stay.

## Good to know

- e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan) only.
- eVisa is valid for single entry only.
- Application must be submitted at least 7 days before travel (recommended).

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all required documents and ensure they are valid and clear.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Previous visa violations or overstay** — Provide a clear travel history and comply with previous visa conditions.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Italy need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire?

Citizens of Italy need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (90 days).

### How long can citizens of Italy stay in Côte d'Ivoire?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Côte d'Ivoire visa cost for citizens of Italy?

Government fee: €70.

### How long does Côte d'Ivoire visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Italy need for Côte d'Ivoire?

Passport (valid at least 6 months); Passport photo (recent, white background); Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation); Flight itinerary (round trip or onward ticket); Proof of sufficient funds; Travel insurance (optional but recommended); and 2 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Côte d'Ivoire?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://snedai.ci/e-visa/visa. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [snedai.ci](https://snedai.ci/e-visa/visa)

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