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Ivory Coast visas

Ivory Coast tourist visa

Visitors can enter without a visa if they qualify for an exemption. Other visitors need a visa from an embassy or consulate, or an e-Visa collected at the airport.

Ways to get a Ivory Coast tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry

    No visa needed

    Citizens of ECOWAS member countries and the other listed exempt countries qualify. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify.

    Stay
    Indefinite unless an exception applies. A 90-day exception is mentioned without identifying the country.

  3. Embassy or consulate visa

    Visa needed

    Visitors who need a visa can obtain one from an Ivorian embassy or consulate.

  4. Airport e-Visa

    eVisa

    Visitors can apply online for an e-Visa and collect it at Port Bouet Airport in Abidjan if approved.

    Valid for
    90 days
    Fee
    EUR 73
    Processing
    Within 48 hours
    1. Apply online for an e-Visa.
    2. Wait for approval.
    3. Collect the approved e-Visa at Port Bouet Airport in Abidjan.

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry must get a visa.

Who doesn't

Citizens of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) member countries and the other listed visa-exempt countries can visit without a visa. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Good to know

  • A separate visa class specifically for tourism is not described.
  • Visa-free stays are described as indefinite unless an exception applies. A 90-day exception is mentioned, but the country it applies to is not identified.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Ivory Coast?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry must get a visa. Citizens of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) member countries and the other listed visa-exempt countries can visit without a visa. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Ivory Coast?

There are 4 options: Visa-free entry (no visa at all); Diplomatic or service passport exemption (no visa at all); Embassy or consulate visa (a visa from an embassy); Airport e-Visa (an online visa).

Who can go to Ivory Coast without a tourist visa?

Citizens of ECOWAS member countries and the other listed exempt countries qualify. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify. Nationals of Austria, Brazil, China, Gabon, Israel, South Africa, Turkey, Uganda, Venezuela and Vietnam who hold a diplomatic or service passport do not need a visa.

Can I apply online for Ivory Coast?

Yes: Airport e-Visa. Visitors can apply online for an e-Visa and collect it at Port Bouet Airport in Abidjan if approved.

What documents do I need for a Ivory Coast tourist visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months..

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Ivory Coast?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Ivory Coast visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Ivory Coast be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Ivory Coast tourist visa rules?

On Ivory Coast's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Ivory Coast?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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