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Burkina Faso Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Algerian citizens need an e-visa for Burkina Faso — apply online through the official e-visa portal before travel; fee around USD 74 for a single entry, processing 72 hours.

Guide last updated September 10, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
  • Completed online e-visa application on the official visaburkina.com portal
  • Digital passport-style photo (white background)
  • Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
  • Confirmed flight itinerary
  • Proof of accommodation in Burkina Faso
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, mandatory for entry
  • No in-person biometrics; fingerprints/photo taken at the port of entry

Visa types

  • Single-entry tourist e-visa: valid for a stay of up to 30 days, fee approx USD 74
  • Multiple-entry e-visa: valid up to 90 days, fee approx USD 94
  • Business e-visa: similar to tourist, requires an invitation letter, fee approx USD 74

How to apply online

  • Create an account on the official visaburkina.com e-visa portal
  • Fill in personal and travel details, upload the passport scan and photo
  • Pay the e-visa fee online by credit or debit card
  • Approval is emailed as a PDF, typically within 72 hours
  • Print the approved e-visa and present it with the passport and yellow fever certificate on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • Single-entry e-visa fee: approx USD 74
  • Multiple-entry e-visa fee: approx USD 94
  • Total estimated cost: USD 74-94 including card processing fees
  • Standard processing: 72 hours
  • Express processing (24 hours) available for an additional fee on some portals

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Apply at least a week before travel to allow time for review and possible document requests
  • Common rejection reasons: missing yellow fever certificate details, blurry passport scan, mismatched names
  • Only use the official visaburkina.com site — third-party sites often charge inflated fees
  • Carry both digital and printed copies of the approved e-visa
  • Extensions of stay can be requested at the Directorate of Immigration in Ouagadougou before the e-visa expires

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.