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title: "Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of North Korea"
description: "Citizens of North Korea need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Côte d'Ivoire. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €73. Processing: 2–3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Côte d'Ivoire visa for citizens of North Korea

Citizens of North Korea 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 / Short Stay
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 2–3 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:** Bank statement showing minimum USD 500 or equivalent

## How to apply

1. **Access eVisa portal** — Go to https://snedai.com/e-visa/ and create an account
2. **Fill application form** — Enter personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Attach scanned passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, bank statement
4. **Pay processing fee** — Pay online using credit/debit card; fee varies by nationality
5. **Submit application** — Review and submit; receive confirmation email
6. **Wait for approval** — Processing takes 2-3 business days; status can be checked online
7. **Receive e-Visa by email** — Print the approved e-Visa and present upon arrival
8. **Arrive via Port Bouet Airport** — e-Visa holders must enter only through Port Bouet Airport in Abidjan

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio-data page scan** (Identity): Must be valid at least 6 months from arrival
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): White background, recent, 35x45mm
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed booking showing return within 30 days
- **Hotel reservation / accommodation proof** (Travel): For all nights of stay
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Minimum balance USD 500 or equivalent
- **Letter of invitation (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Notarized, provided by host in Côte d'Ivoire
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Must be presented upon arrival, but not submitted online
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended, covering medical expenses and repatriation

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 500
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Sufficient funds to cover stay

## Good to know

- e-Visa holders must arrive only via Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan).
- Passport must be valid at least 6 months from date of entry.
- Northern Cyprus passport holders are not eligible.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all scans and fill forms accurately
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport validity exceeds 6 months from entry
- **Criminal record or previous visa violations** — Declare honestly; applicants with serious offenses may be denied

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: €73.

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

Typically 2–3 days.

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

Passport bio-data page scan; Passport-size photograph; Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel reservation / accommodation proof; Bank statement (last 3 months); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; 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?

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

## Sources

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

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