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Ivory Coast Visa for Hong Kong Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Hong Kong SAR passport holders need an eVisa for Cote d'Ivoire, applied for online via snedai.ci; the visa costs around USD 73 and is typically issued within 48-72 hours.

Guide last updated October 24, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
  • A digital passport-style photo uploaded during the online application
  • Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Cote d'Ivoire
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry
  • No biometrics collected online; fingerprints and photo may be taken on arrival

Visa types

  • Tourist eVisa - single or multiple entry, valid 90 days from issue, permits stays of up to 90 days, fee around USD 73 (approximately XOF 44,000)
  • Business eVisa - similar validity, requires a business invitation letter, fee around USD 73-110 depending on entry type
  • Transit eVisa - for short layovers, shorter validity and lower fee

How to apply online

  • Go to snedai.ci (Cote d'Ivoire's official eVisa portal) and create an account
  • Fill in passport and travel details, and upload your photo, passport scan, and yellow fever certificate
  • Pay the visa fee online by credit/debit card
  • Receive the eVisa approval by email, typically within 48-72 hours
  • Print the approval and present it with your passport and yellow fever certificate on arrival at Felix-Houphouet-Boigny International Airport or another entry point

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist/business eVisa fee: approximately USD 73, paid online by card
  • Standard processing: 48-72 hours
  • An expedited service may be available for an additional fee during busy periods; check the portal at the time of application
  • Apply at least 1-2 weeks before travel to allow for any delays in processing

Tips for Hong Kong travelers

  • Get your yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel, as it is checked on arrival and entry can be refused without it
  • Apply for the eVisa at least two weeks ahead of your trip to leave buffer time for processing delays
  • Keep both a digital and a printed copy of your eVisa approval and vaccination certificate, as both are checked at the airport
  • Confirm your hotel booking matches the address given on the eVisa application to avoid questions at immigration
  • Carry some local currency (CFA franc) or USD in cash, as card acceptance can be limited outside major hotels

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.