Burkina Faso Passport Rules for UK Travellers

Quick answer: FCDO advises against all travel to Burkina Faso. Your passport must be valid for the whole of your stay and have 2 blank pages. You must have a visa, which you cannot get in the UK.

Burkina Faso travel requirements at a glance

Validity

Valid for your whole stay

Blank pages

2 for entry stamps

Visa

Required; online or Brussels

FCDO advice

Against all travel

Official source: GOV.UK Burkina Faso entry requirements.

Passport rules: quick summary

  • Valid for your whole stay
  • 2 blank pages
  • Visa required
  • No visa service in the UK

Passport validity for Burkina Faso

GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Burkina Faso and have 2 blank pages for entry stamps.

Visas

You must have a visa to enter Burkina Faso.

If you live in the UK, apply online or through the Embassy of Burkina Faso in Brussels. You cannot get a visa in the UK.

FCDO advice

The FCDO advises against all travel to Burkina Faso. GOV.UK's entry information is for people who choose to travel despite this advice.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need 6 months on my passport for Burkina Faso?

No. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Burkina Faso, with 2 blank pages.

Do I need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Yes. You must have a visa. Apply online or through the Embassy of Burkina Faso in Brussels.

Does the FCDO advise against travel to Burkina Faso?

Yes. The FCDO advises against all travel to Burkina Faso.