Burkinese visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Burkina Faso for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter Burkina Faso for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Burkina Faso e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Burkina Faso visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
Burkina Faso tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Burkina Faso.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Burkina Faso.
If you are looking for Burkina Faso visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Burkina Faso nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of Burkina Faso in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 40 minutes)
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of Burkina Faso in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 40 minutes)
Burkina Faso visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Burkina Faso diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Burkina Faso from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 136 | N/A |
| 2009 | 135 | -0.74% |
| 2010 | 137 | 1.48% |
| 2011 | 119 | -13.14% |
| 2012 | 119 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 109 | -8.40% |
| 2014 | 96 | -11.93% |
| 2015 | 82 | -14.58% |
| 2016 | 76 | -7.32% |
| 2017 | 72 | -5.26% |
| 2018 | 72 | 0.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Burkina Faso & Saudi Arabia comparison
Burkina Faso's area is approximately 273,600 km2 (105,637 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 7.86 times bigger than Burkina Faso.
As of April 2024, Burkina Faso's population is ~23.3 million people - 13,733,426 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Burkina Faso & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Burkina Faso | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 23,294,607 | 37,028,033 | 13.7 million fewer people live in Burkina Faso than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 114 | Burkina Faso has 56 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 30 | 39 | Burkina Faso passport holders visit 9 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 127 | Burkinese hosts 102 fewer foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Burkina Faso in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Burkina Faso in 2018 was approximately 72.
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