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India passport holders: Single entry for Burkina Faso. Fee: USD 95 (~USD 95). Processing: 5-10 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available. Tourist eVisa: USD 95 (~INR 9,025) for 30-day single. Travel STRONGLY DISCOURAGED — active conflict and terrorism risk. Yellow Fever vaccination MANDATORY. Indian govt has Level 4 advisory.
Visa types: eVisa (30/90-day Tourist or Business); Embassy Visa (via Burkina Faso embassy in major cities — none in Delhi). Limited categories due to security situation.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 or 90 days depending on visa.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages); Online application; Digital photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking or invitation letter; Bank statement (USD 100/day); Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (MANDATORY); Travel insurance covering high-risk areas; Aadhaar + PAN; Detailed itinerary; For Business: company invitation.
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eVisa available. Tourist eVisa: USD 95 (~INR 9,025) for 30-day single. Travel STRONGLY DISCOURAGED — active conflict and terrorism risk. Yellow Fever vaccination MANDATORY. Indian govt has Level 4 advisory.
Common rejection reasons
Common IN rejections: (1) Missing Yellow Fever certificate; (2) Active security advisory may bar entry; (3) Limited India-Burkina connectivity; (4) Doubtful tourism purpose; (5) Insufficient insurance for conflict zone; (6) Sahel region terrorism screening; (7) Onward Africa migration concerns.
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