Burkinese visa for British citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for British 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 British citizens to enter Burkina Faso for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Burkina Faso e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Burkina Faso visa on arrival for British citizens | Eligible | |
Burkina Faso tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British 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 United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Burkina Faso nearest your place of residence.
- Brussels: The Embassy of in Brussels, ~ 726.13 kilometers (451.20 mi) away from London, United Kingdom. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 27 minutes).
- Paris: The Embassy of in Paris, ~ 821.98 kilometers (510.76 mi) away from London, United Kingdom. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 27 minutes).
Burkina Faso visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Burkina Faso diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Burkina Faso from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 17,408 | N/A |
| 2009 | 17,216 | -1.10% |
| 2010 | 17,536 | 1.86% |
| 2011 | 15,232 | -13.14% |
| 2012 | 15,168 | -0.42% |
| 2013 | 13,952 | -8.02% |
| 2014 | 12,224 | -12.39% |
| 2015 | 10,432 | -14.66% |
| 2016 | 9,728 | -6.75% |
| 2017 | 9,152 | -5.92% |
| 2018 | 9,216 | 0.70% |
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 & United Kingdom comparison
Burkina Faso's area is approximately 273,600 km2 (105,637 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 13.09% smaller than Burkina Faso.
As of April 2024, Burkina Faso's population is ~23.3 million people - 46,030,587 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Burkina Faso & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Burkina Faso | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 23,294,607 | 69,325,194 | 46.0 million fewer people live in Burkina Faso than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 222 | Burkina Faso has 164 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 30 | 139 | Burkina Faso passport holders visit 109 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 348 | Burkinese hosts 323 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Burkina Faso in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Burkina Faso in 2018 was approximately 9,216.
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