Burkinese visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Burkina Faso for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Burkina Faso e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Burkina Faso visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Burkina Faso tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Burkina Faso nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Burkina Faso in Washington, United States (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 11 minutes)
- Los Angeles: The Consulate General of Burkina Faso in Los Angeles, United States (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 11 minutes)
Burkina Faso visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Burkina Faso diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Burkina Faso from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 39,984 | N/A |
| 2009 | 39,543 | -1.10% |
| 2010 | 40,278 | 1.86% |
| 2011 | 34,986 | -13.14% |
| 2012 | 34,839 | -0.42% |
| 2013 | 32,046 | -8.02% |
| 2014 | 28,077 | -12.39% |
| 2015 | 23,961 | -14.66% |
| 2016 | 22,344 | -6.75% |
| 2017 | 21,021 | -5.92% |
| 2018 | 21,168 | 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 States comparison
Burkina Faso's area is approximately 273,600 km2 (105,637 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 33.43 times bigger than Burkina Faso.
As of April 2024, Burkina Faso's population is ~23.3 million people - 315,519,706 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Burkina Faso & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Burkina Faso | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 23,294,607 | 338,814,313 | 315.5 million fewer people live in Burkina Faso than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 273 | Burkina Faso has 215 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 30 | 134 | Burkina Faso passport holders visit 104 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 1147 | Burkinese hosts 1122 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Burkina Faso in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Burkina Faso in 2018 was approximately 21,168.
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