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Ivory Coast Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Pakistani citizens can obtain an Ivory Coast e-visa online via the official SNEDAI portal before travel; fee around USD 73 (~PKR 20,500), processing 48-72 hours.

Guide last updated October 20, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date
  • Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
  • Digital passport-size photo, white background, uploaded during application
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for entry)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
  • Biometrics not required for the e-visa; fingerprints may be taken on arrival at Abidjan airport

Visa types

  • Short-stay e-Visa (Visa de Court Sejour): single entry, valid 90 days from issue, max stay 90 days, fee approximately USD 73
  • Business e-Visa: similar validity, requires an invitation letter from an Ivorian company
  • Multiple-entry e-Visa: available on request for frequent travelers, higher fee around USD 150

How to apply online

  • Visit the official Ivory Coast e-visa portal (snedai.ci)
  • Create an account and complete the online application with passport and travel details
  • Upload the passport scan, photo, and supporting documents (flight itinerary, hotel booking, yellow fever certificate)
  • Pay the fee online by credit or debit card (approximately USD 73)
  • Processing typically takes 48-72 hours; approval is emailed as a PDF to print and carry
  • Present the printed e-visa approval with passport and yellow fever certificate on arrival at Abidjan (Felix-Houphouet-Boigny) airport

Fees & processing time

  • e-Visa fee: approximately USD 73 (~PKR 20,500)
  • No separate service fee when applying directly through the official portal
  • Total estimated cost: USD 73-85 including incidental bank charges
  • Standard processing: 48-72 hours
  • Express processing (around 24 hours) available for an additional fee of approximately USD 20-30

Tips for Pakistan travelers

  • Apply at least 1-2 weeks before travel to allow for any processing delays
  • Common rejection reasons: missing yellow fever certificate, blurry passport scans, incomplete flight/accommodation proof
  • Use only the official government portal (snedai.ci); third-party sites may overcharge or be fraudulent
  • Check current health and security advisories for Ivory Coast before travel
  • Extensions can be requested at the Direction Generale de la Police Nationale in Abidjan if a longer stay is needed

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.