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title: "Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of Kuwait"
description: "Citizens of Kuwait need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €73. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of Kuwait

Citizens of Kuwait need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** €73
- **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 showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Visit official eVisa portal** — Go to the official Côte d'Ivoire eVisa website.
2. **Create an account** — Register with your email and create a password.
3. **Fill application form** — Complete the online application with personal, passport, and travel details.
4. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, itinerary, hotel, flight, and vaccination certificate.
5. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay the eVisa fee using a credit or debit card.
6. **Receive eVisa approval via email** — Wait for the eVisa approval document to be sent to your email.
7. **Print eVisa approval** — Print a copy of the eVisa approval to present upon arrival.
8. **Travel to Côte d'Ivoire** — Arrive only at Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan) as required for eVisa holders.
9. **Present eVisa at immigration** — Show printed eVisa and passport to immigration officer for visa stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport copy (bio page)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): White background, recent, 35x45mm.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight reservation showing entry and exit dates.
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed accommodation for entire stay.
- **Return flight ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or credit card statement for last 3 months.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry into Côte d'Ivoire.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement
- credit card statement

Sufficient funds to cover accommodation and expenses for the stay.

## Good to know

- eVisa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan).
- eVisa is single entry only.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or unclear documents** — Ensure all uploaded documents are clear, legible, and meet specifications.
- **Invalid passport validity** — Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Obtain and upload the vaccination certificate before applying.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Kuwait need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire.

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

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: €73.

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

Passport copy (bio page); Passport-size photograph; Travel itinerary; Hotel reservation; Return flight ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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