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Burkina Faso Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

German citizens need an e-Visa for Burkina Faso, applied for online at visaburkina.com before travel; the e-Visa typically costs around USD 70-100 and is processed within a few business days.

Guide last updated October 12, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, with at least one blank page
  • Completed online e-Visa application at visaburkina.com
  • A digital passport-style photo uploaded during the application
  • Scanned copy of your passport bio page
  • Proof of accommodation and a return/onward ticket
  • Evidence of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry
  • No biometrics collected online; fingerprints may be taken on arrival at Ouagadougou Airport

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa: single entry, valid for use within a set period after issue, permits a stay of up to 30-90 days depending on the option chosen, fee around USD 70-80
  • Business e-Visa: requires an invitation letter from a Burkinabe company or organization, fee around USD 90-100
  • Multiple-entry e-Visa: available for frequent travelers at a higher fee

How to apply online

  • Go to the official portal visaburkina.com and create an account
  • Fill in personal and travel details, upload your passport scan and photo
  • Pay the visa fee online by credit/debit card
  • Processing typically takes 3-5 working days
  • Approval is emailed as a PDF - print it and present it along with your passport on arrival at Ouagadougou International Airport

Fees & processing time

  • Standard tourist e-Visa fee: approximately USD 70-80
  • Business e-Visa: approximately USD 90-100
  • Standard processing: 3-5 working days
  • No official express service is advertised; apply at least 1-2 weeks ahead to allow for any document resubmission

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Apply only through the official visaburkina.com portal to avoid overpaying through third-party agencies
  • Check the German Federal Foreign Office's current travel and security advisory for Burkina Faso before booking, given the ongoing security situation in parts of the country
  • Make sure your yellow fever certificate exactly matches your passport details, as it is checked on arrival
  • Keep both a printed and digital copy of your e-Visa approval for check-in in Germany and arrival in Burkina Faso

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.