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title: "Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of Lebanon"
description: "Citizens of Lebanon need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €73. Processing: 2–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of Lebanon

Citizens of Lebanon 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.*

Official application site: https://snedai.com/e-visa/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · eVisa · Tourist / Business
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 2–5 days
- **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:** Not required, but may be requested at border

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official eVisa portal** — Go to snedai.com/e-visa/ and create an account
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport scan, photo, flight booking, accommodation, and yellow fever certificate
4. **Pay the eVisa fee** — Pay the government fee online via credit/debit card (approx. 70 USD)
5. **Receive the eVisa authorization** — Processing takes 2–5 business days; the eVisa is sent by email as a PDF
6. **Print the eVisa authorization** — Print the PDF to present at the Port Bouet Airport upon arrival
7. **Travel to Côte d'Ivoire** — Must arrive at Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan) — the eVisa is only valid for entry there

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Digital passport photo** (Identity): White background, recent, JPEG
- **Return flight booking** (Travel): Proof of onward/return travel
- **Hotel reservation / invitation letter** (Travel): Accommodation proof for entire stay
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial, optional): May be requested; not mandatory for eVisa
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Mandatory for all travelers entering Côte d'Ivoire
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory for eVisa application

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Financial proof is not required for the eVisa but may be requested at immigration on arrival.

## Good to know

- The eVisa is only valid for entry at Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan); other entry points may require a different visa.
- Visa on arrival is available only for holders of an approved pre-enrolment and a registration receipt obtained before departure.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries before submission and match passport details exactly.
- **Missing required documents (e.g., yellow fever certificate)** — Upload all mandatory documents before paying the fee.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Lebanon need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist / Business.

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

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: €73.

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

Typically 2–5 days.

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

Passport; Digital passport photo; Return flight booking; Hotel reservation / invitation letter; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://snedai.com/e-visa/

## Sources

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

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