🇨🇮Côte d'Ivoire Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire?
It depends on your passport. Out of 195 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 24 enter Côte d'Ivoire visa-free and 171 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival.
Visa-free
24
nationalities
E-visa
171
nationalities
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Côte d'Ivoire tourist e-visa
Côte d'Ivoire publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Côte d'Ivoire eVisa
73 EURStay: 90 daysProcessing: 48 hours
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Côte d'Ivoire visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Côte d'Ivoire applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorE-visaStay: 90 days
- United KingdomE-visaStay: 90 days
- AlgeriaE-visaStay: 90 days
- TurkeyE-visaStay: 90 days
- BeninVisa-free
- GreeceE-visaStay: 90 days
- AndorraE-visaStay: 90 days
- MadagascarE-visaStay: 90 days
- SwedenE-visaStay: 90 days
- SenegalVisa-free
- CameroonE-visaStay: 90 days
- MoroccoVisa-freeStay: 90 days
- TunisiaVisa-freeStay: 90 days
- TogoVisa-free
- SpainE-visaStay: 90 days
- United StatesE-visaStay: 90 days
- ItalyE-visaStay: 90 days
- GermanyE-visaStay: 90 days
- CanadaE-visaStay: 90 days
- SwitzerlandE-visaStay: 90 days
Côte d'Ivoire visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Côte d'Ivoire publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Côte d'Ivoire eVisa | Short stay | 90 days | 73 EUR | 48 hours | Portal | |
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 58-73 EUR | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
Visas
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Information
Capital
Yamoussoukro
Population
32,900,000
Currency
West African CFA franc (XOF CFA)
Languages
French, Dyula, Baoulé
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+225
Timezone
Africa/Abidjan
Area
322,463 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
December 7 - National Day
Internet domain
.ci
About
Côte d'Ivoire is a West African country renowned for cocoa production and dynamic economic growth. It faces challenges such as flooding and deforestation while investing in infrastructure and economic diversification. The government emphasizes sustainable development and resilience.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Stay vigilant in urban areas
Terrorism(Medium)
- Follow local authorities' advice
- Avoid gatherings
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Wear a helmet on motorcycle
Natural risks(Flooding and deforestation)
- Monitor weather alerts
- Avoid flood-prone areas
Health(Limited healthcare system outside Abidjan)
- Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever
- Bottled water and malaria prophylaxis
Practical tips
- Register with the consulate
- Repatriation insurance
- Keep duplicate documents
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Abidjan · estimated in October 2026
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Côte d'Ivoire?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Côte d'Ivoire across 195 nationalities: 24 visa-free, 171 with an e-visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Côte d'Ivoire visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 73 EUR (Côte d'Ivoire eVisa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Côte d'Ivoire?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Medium to high risk level in certain northern and western areas due to crime and instability.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Côte d'Ivoire?▾
The official currency is West African CFA franc (XOF CFA). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Côte d'Ivoire?▾
The capital of Côte d'Ivoire is Yamoussoukro. The main spoken languages are: French, Dyula, Baoulé.
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