Embassy
Embassy of Central African Republic in Ivory Coast
9 rue des Jasmins, Cocody Danga Nord
Ivory Coast visa requirements for Central African citizens
Central African citizens do not need a visa for Ivory Coast. Show your passport at the border.
Passport
CAF
Central African Republic
Going to
CIV
Ivory Coast
No visa needed
People from listed countries may enter without a visa; check before travel.
- Visa
- Not required
- Fee
- Free
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it.
Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.
Note the maximum stay and count your days in Ivory Coast.
Ways into Ivory Coast
Check if you need a visa before you apply.
Visa not required For your passportVisa-free entryPeople from listed countries may enter without a visa; check before travel.
- Fee
- Free
How to apply
- Ask your embassy to check your exemption.
- Check how long you can stay.
- Check which entry papers you need.
- 2025 list: BJ, BF, CV, CF, TD, CG, GM, GH, GN, GW, LR.
- Also: ML, MR, MA, NE, NG, SN, SC, SL, TG, TN, DJ.
eVisaOnline airport visaApply online before flying, then collect your visa at Abidjan airport.
- Fee
- €73
- Processing
- 2 days
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Start from the official SNEDAI e-visa page.
- Enter your details and upload the required files.
- Pay with Visa or Mastercard.
- Get approval; print it and your receipt before flying.
- Show your papers; complete photo and fingerprint checks on arrival.
Documents required
- Passport identity page
- Return flight booking
- Invitation or proof of accommodation
- Printed approval and payment receipt
- Original passport valid 6 months
- International yellow fever vaccine certificate
- Hotel booking
- Fingerprints
- Processing normally takes 2 working days; checks can take longer.
- Visa and approval last 3 months; exact days and stay limit are unstated.
Visa requiredEmbassy visitor visaApply through an embassy for a visit.
How to apply
- Ask the embassy for its visa steps.
- Follow its instructions.
Official pageDocuments required
- Passport valid 6 months
- Return ticket
- Hotel booking
- Yellow fever vaccination record vaccine
Sources (13)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Interior Ministry department: responsibilities of the border and visa authority
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs: official website
- SNEDAI: official e-visa procedure
- SNEDAI: embassy visas and purpose-specific documents
- SNEDAI Monvisa: mandatory notices
- Embassy in the United States: visa information
- Embassy in the United Kingdom: e-visa guidance
- Embassy in India: visa page and official application links
- Embassy in India: short-stay visa application
- Embassy in Algeria: visa procedure
- Geneva mission: ordinary, diplomatic and courtesy visa documents
- Ivorian Treasury: 2025 travel booklet
- Government conference guide, 2018: visa exemptions and visa durations
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Coming from Central African Republic
- Plugs C ENo adapter
- MoneyXOF Fr
- Time−1h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageFrenchSpoken at home too
- Emergency110 or 111 or 170 police185 ambulance
Planning your Ivory Coast trip
Best time to go: November–March is the warm, dry season. March–May is hot and dry, while June–October is hot and wet.
- Basilica of Our Lady of PeaceA major sight in Yamoussoukro.
- Taï National ParkIt has the largest tropical rainforest in West Africa.
- Comoë National ParkThe country's biggest and best-known national park has birds, elephants, giraffes, lions, monkeys and antelopes.
- Beaches and tourist villagesThese are among the country's main attractions, along with rainforests and wildlife preserves.
Scams to watch for in Ivory Coast
- Pickpocketing in crowded placesThieves take belongings while crowds make it harder to notice someone reaching into a bag or pocket. Busy transport areas are a particular concern.
- Airport taxi overcharging and false pickup feesAirport drivers may quote a high fare, especially to visitors who speak little French. Some claim they must pay a fee to collect passengers and use this to justify the price. Taxi meters are rare and described as not working, so the fare needs to be settled before departure.
- Demands for bribes at military checkpointsAn officer may pressure a traveller for an unofficial payment during a checkpoint stop. Bribes are described as commonplace in Abidjan, especially when travelling in a private car. A checkpoint stop alone does not mean someone is trying to obtain a bribe.
About Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast is a West African republic on the Gulf of Guinea, bordering Ghana, Guinea and Mali.
- Capital
- Yamoussoukro
- Money
- West African CFA franc (Fr)
- Languages
- French
- Time zone
- UTC
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +225
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Questions
Do central african citizens need a visa for Ivory Coast?
Central African citizens do not need a visa for Ivory Coast. Show your passport at the border.
Do ivorian citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?
Ivorian citizens do not need a visa for the Central African Republic. Show your passport at the border.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to Ivory Coast?
Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Chad Congo, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Ivory Coast are easier for central african citizens?
Benin, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Senegal Cape Verde, and 3 more let central african citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Ivory Coast?
Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.
What money is used in Ivory Coast?
West African CFA franc (Fr). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Ivory Coast?
French.
How strong is the Central African Republic passport?
It ranks #83 and reaches 48 destinations without applying ahead.
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