🇧🇫Burkina Faso

Typically bring

• Passport valid for at least six months beyond the planned stay, with at least one blank visa page.
• Proof of onward or return travel (ticket or reservation).
• Evidence of sufficient funds or accommodation booking (hotel confirmation or invitation).
• A recent passport‑size photograph as specified by the e‑Visa form.

Watch out for

• Failing to complete the e‑Visa application before departure; the portal may close or have long processing times.
• Losing the printed or digital e‑Visa approval during travel, which can delay entry.
• Not having a passport page with a blank visa area; some issuers place stamps on every page.

Good to know

• The local currency is the West African CFA franc (XOF); many places accept euros but cash is common in markets.
• The official language is French, though local languages such as Moore are spoken; knowing basic French greetings helps.
• Internet access is available in major hotels and some cafés in Ouagadougou, but network coverage can be patchy in rural areas.
• Road conditions outside the capital can be challenging; consider local transport options and ensure a reliable guide if traveling by road.
• Health advice: malaria is prevalent; vaccinations for yellow fever (required) and others may be recommended.