Côte d'Ivoire Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Côte d'Ivoire. Your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Côte d'Ivoire. You need a visa. Apply for an e-visa online at least 10 working days before you travel and collect it on arrival at Abidjan airport.
Côte d'Ivoire travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Needed: e-visa approved before travel
At least 10 working days ahead
Certificate required to enter
Official source: GOV.UK Côte d'Ivoire entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months after arrival
- E-visa must be approved before travel
- Yellow fever certificate required
- FCDO advises against travel to some areas
Passport validity for Côte d'Ivoire
GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Côte d'Ivoire. You will be denied entry if your passport has been reported lost or stolen.
Check the expiry date against your arrival date, not just your return date, before you book.
Visas
You must have a visa to enter Côte d'Ivoire. Apply and pay for an e-visa online at least 10 working days before you travel.
Once approved, you collect your visa on arrival at Abidjan airport. You must hold a valid visa or an approved e-visa before you travel.
Health checks on arrival
You must have a certificate to prove you've had a yellow fever vaccination.
Travellers arriving from countries affected by Ebola may be screened and monitored for up to 21 days after arrival.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Côte d'Ivoire?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Côte d'Ivoire.
Do I need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire?
Yes. You must have a visa. Apply for an e-visa online at least 10 working days before you travel, then collect it at Abidjan airport.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Côte d'Ivoire?
Yes. GOV.UK says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Côte d'Ivoire.