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title: "Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of New Zealand"
description: "Citizens of New Zealand need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €73 + €10 service fee. Processing: 3–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of New Zealand

Citizens of New Zealand 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://www.snedai.com/en/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · eVisa · Tourist (90 days validity)
- **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:** €73 + €10 service fee
- **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 (approx. €100 per day of stay)

## How to apply

1. **Create account on SNEDAI eVisa portal** — Register at https://www.snedai.com/en/ with a valid email
2. **Fill application form** — Provide personal details, passport info, travel dates, and upload required documents
3. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay the government fee (€70) plus service fee (€10) via credit card (Visa/Mastercard)
4. **Receive the e-Visa approval letter by email** — Processing typically takes 3–7 business days
5. **Print the e-Visa approval letter** — Bring the printed copy to present upon arrival in Côte d'Ivoire
6. **Travel to Côte d'Ivoire and arrive via Port Bouet Airport** — e-Visa holders must enter only through Abidjan's Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (bio-data page scan)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date
- **Passport-type photograph** (Identity): Digital photo meeting ICAO standards
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed booking or reservation
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For entire stay in Côte d'Ivoire
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds for the trip
- **Letter of invitation (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Required for visiting friends/family or business
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment, optional): May be requested to show ties to home country

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Approx. €100 per day of stay
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Travelers cheques
- Credit card limit

Proof of sufficient funds is required at immigration upon arrival

## Good to know

- e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan); other entry points are not accepted for e-Visa.
- The e-Visa is valid for a single entry; any exit ends the visa validity.
- The visa must be used within the validity period of 90 days from issue date.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission; ensure names match passport exactly.
- **Invalid passport (expired or less than 6 months validity)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Insufficient funds proof** — Provide bank statements showing enough balance for the intended stay.
- **Failure to pay the visa fee** — Ensure payment is completed; check email for payment confirmation.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of New Zealand need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (90 days validity).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: €73 + €10 service fee.

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

Typically 3–7 days.

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

Passport (bio-data page scan); Passport-type photograph; Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Bank statements (last 3 months); Letter of invitation (if applicable); 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://www.snedai.com/en/

## Sources

- [snedai.com](https://www.snedai.com/en/)

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