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Burkina Faso Visa for Afghanistan Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Afghan citizens must obtain an e-Visa (Tourist or Business) to Burkina Faso; apply online at https://www.visaburkina.com; typical fees start around USD 60–120 and processing takes about 3–5 business days.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Burkina Faso requires passport validity of at least 6 months from the date of entry and at least one blank page for the visa stamp or border records.
  • Specific forms: There is no separate paper visa form for Afghanistan citizens. Complete the online e-Visa application on https://www.visaburkina.com; no VAF1A or DS-160 is needed.
  • Financial proof: No fixed bank statement amount is specified for the e-Visa; you may be asked to show funds if requested by border officers. Ensure you have access to sufficient funds for your stay.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: Not mandatory to upload proof of hotel or return ticket for the application, but having hotel confirmations or an invitation letter and a return or onward flight is recommended.
  • Photo specification: Upload a recent passport-style photo (size approx. 35x45 mm; white background; JPEG/PNG; high resolution; no sunglasses; head centered; file size usually under 500 KB).
  • Biometrics: Biometrics data are submitted online with the e-Visa application; no separate on-site biometrics appointment is required for the e-Visa submission. Border authorities may request biometrics if indicated.
  • Travel health insurance: Not mandatory for the e-Visa, but travel medical insurance covering your stay is strongly recommended.

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa (Tourisme): Official name e-Visa Touristique; validity 90 days from issue; max stay up to 30 days per visit; single entry; approximate fee USD 60–80.
  • Business e-Visa (Affaires): Official name e-Visa Affaires; validity 90 days from issue; max stay up to 30 days per visit; single entry; approximate fee USD 70–120.
  • Student e-Visa: Not available through the Burkina Faso e-Visa portal as of now; requires embassy/consulate processing; fees and timelines vary.
  • Work e-Visa: Not available through the Burkina Faso e-Visa portal; requires embassy/consulate processing; fees and timelines vary.
  • Other categories (if offered): Check the official portal for current options and any updates.

How to apply online

  • How to apply online: Go to https://www.visaburkina.com and create an account or sign in.
  • Steps: 1) Choose Tourist or Business visa type; 2) Fill the online application with personal data, passport details, travel plans; 3) Upload required documents (passport scan, photo, travel itinerary, hotel confirmation or invitation letter); 4) Pay the visa fee online (USD or local currency as offered by the portal); 5) Submit and await approval by email; 6) Print the e-Visa approval and carry it to Burkina Faso; 7) On arrival, present passport and the printed e-Visa.
  • Fee and payment: Fees are listed per category on the portal; payments are made online at the time of application.
  • Processing time: Typical processing time is 3–5 business days; express/priority options may be available for an extra fee (24–48 hours in some cases).
  • Approval arrival: Once approved, you will receive the e-Visa by email as a PDF or letter; print it and present it at the border.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee (USD): Tourist USD 60–80; Business USD 70–120; Student/Work via embassy: varies and not shown on the e-Visa portal.
  • Local currency: Payments are shown in USD on the portal; some options may display XOF equivalents; check the portal for exact amounts.
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable for the official Burkina Faso e-Visa portal; this is an online direct process.
  • Total cost estimate: Approximately USD 60–120 for standard Tourist or Business e-Visas, plus any express/priority charges if you choose expedited processing.
  • Standard processing time: 3–5 working days.
  • Express/priority options: Available in some cases with additional fees; timelines can be 24–48 hours.

Tips for Afghanistan travelers

  • Apply well in advance: Prepare at least 2–3 weeks before your travel date to account for processing and potential delays.
  • Common rejection reasons (Afghanistan applicants specifically): Incomplete online form, mismatched passport data or photo, unclear travel purpose, inconsistent dates, or insufficient documents.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy: For Burkina Faso e-Visa, apply directly online at the official portal (visaburkina.com); there is no standard requirement to use VFS/BLS for online e-visa processing.
  • Travel advisories: Check both Afghanistan's government travel advisories and Burkina Faso official travel notices before departure; ensure you meet any vaccination or entry health requirements.
  • Extension options: If you need to extend your stay, requests typically must be made through local Burkina Faso authorities before the current visa expires; approval is not guaranteed and may require leaving to re-enter or apply for an extension through the proper channels.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.