Burkina Faso e-Visa for citizens of Russia: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Russia apply online before departure.
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Our guide to the Burkina Faso visa from Russia
Russian passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Burkina Faso. The application is made online on the official portal of the authorities of Burkina Faso, and the e-Visa must be approved before boarding.
For a short tourist stay in Burkina Faso, travelers from Russia submit their e-Visa application online: form, document upload and fee payment. The fee amount, processing time and length of stay granted should be checked on the official portal or with the embassy of Burkina Faso accredited to Russia.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Holders of a Russian passport need an e-Visa for a short tourist stay in Burkina Faso. This authorization is requested online and must be approved before departure. The authorized length of stay, the validity of the e-Visa and the processing time are three different things: check each of them on the official portal.
How much does an e-visa for Burkina Faso cost from Russia?
The official fee for an e-visa for Burkina Faso is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Burkina Faso really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Burkina Faso?
The exact list for Burkina Faso is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Burkina Faso before you apply.
Documents and fees
Prepare a clear scan of your passport’s identity page and a recent passport photo, along with any supporting documents the portal may require, such as a hotel booking or a return ticket. The fee is displayed on the official portal at the payment stage; check it before you confirm. Avoid intermediary websites that resell the procedure with added service charges, and ask the embassy about health entry requirements, such as vaccinations.
How to apply for an e-visa for Burkina Faso from Russia
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How to apply
Log in to the official e-Visa portal of the authorities of Burkina Faso, complete the form using exactly the details in your passport, then upload the requested documents. Pay the fees on the portal and keep your application number. Once the e-Visa is approved, print it and keep a copy on your phone for immigration control. For any questions, contact the embassy of Burkina Faso accredited to Russia.
Where do you apply for a visa for Burkina Faso from Russia?
An e-visa for Burkina Faso is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Russia on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Russia but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Burkina Faso take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing time and tips
No processing time is guaranteed: check the official portal and apply well before your departure date. Do not buy a non-refundable ticket before your e-Visa has been approved. Make sure your passport remains valid for the whole stay, and read the travel advice published by your authorities before booking.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Boarding without an approved e-Visa is the most serious mistake: the authorization must be obtained before departure. Other common errors include a typo in the name or passport number, a non-compliant photo and payment on an unofficial site imitating the portal, often at a much higher price. Check every field before submitting and keep the payment confirmation.
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Other visa types for Burkina Faso
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on October 17, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
99,000–132,500 XOF
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
231,000 XOF
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips to Extend Your Stay in Burkina Faso
- Contact local immigration services upon arrival if you plan to extend your stay.
- Keep a copy of your e-Visa and passport handy during your travels.
- Check health and security conditions before departure, as they may affect entry into the country.
A Russian traveler wishing to stay more than 90 days must consult the Burkina Faso embassy in Moscow before departure to understand extension procedures or obtain a long-stay visa.
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