Cote d'Ivoire
General visa requirements for travelling to Cote d'Ivoire. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Tourist visa (ECOWAS Tourist Visa-Free Entry)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
ECOWAS member states enjoy visa-free access for up to 90 days. National identity card is sufficient for entry.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of ECOWAS member states: Benin, Cape Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
Eligible countries: Benin, Cabo Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
Business visa (ECOWAS Business Visa-Free Entry)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
ECOWAS member states enjoy visa-free access for business purposes up to 90 days.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of ECOWAS member states: Benin, Cape Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
Eligible countries: Benin, Cabo Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
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Purpose of visit
Business activities including meetings, conferences, and trade.
Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa-Free Entry)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Processing time
- N/A - no visa required
- Fee
- Free
- Entry
- Single entry
Holders of diplomatic or service category passports from these countries do not require a visa for Côte d'Ivoire.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Diplomatic or service passport holders from specified countries: Austria, Brazil, China, Gabon, Israel, South Africa, Turkey, Uganda, Venezuela, and Vietnam.
Eligible countries: Austria, Brazil, China, Gabon, Israel, South Africa, Turkey, Uganda, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Viet Nam
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Medical visa (Medical Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 7 business days
- Fee
- Varies
- Entry
- Single entry
Medical visa for treatment in Côte d'Ivoire hospitals. Some private hospitals like Sainte Anne-Marie International Polyclinic and Hôtel Dieu offer good quality care in Abidjan. For specialist treatment, may need to seek care in another country.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Seeking medical treatment at recognized hospital in Côte d'Ivoire.
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Financial
Sufficient funds to cover medical treatment and stay.
Minimum funds: Variable based on treatment
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Sufficient funds to cover medical treatment and stay; Months required: 6
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: No; Must include salary: No
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from hospital in Côte d'Ivoire where applicant intends to undergo medical treatment
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: As required by authorities
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Medical visa application form
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Proof of address
Provide current address evidence, such as a utility bill, tenancy document, residence certificate or official correspondence.
Accepted documents: Certificate of residence
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain medical recommendation from local doctor and letter from Ivorian hospital.
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Document submission
Submit application with medical documents, bank statements, and employment certificate to embassy.
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Processing wait
Wait for embassy to process medical visa application.
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Visa collection
Collect approved medical visa from embassy.
Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 3 business days (expedited)
- Fee
- Free (exempt from fees)
- Entry
- Single entry
Diplomatic passport holders from countries not on visa-exempt list must apply through embassy. Exempt from visa fees.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Official diplomatic or government business.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 50mm x 70mm
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Diplomatic visa application form
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain diplomatic note verbale and mission order from sending government.
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Document submission
Submit note verbale, visa application form, passport photo, and mission order to embassy.
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Processing wait
Wait for embassy to process diplomatic visa (expedited processing).
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Visa collection
Collect approved diplomatic visa from embassy.
Transit visa (Transit Visa (exceeding 24 hours))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 3 days
- Processing time
- 2 business days
- Fee
- 73 EUR
- Entry
- Single entry
Transit visa required if exiting airport or transit exceeds 24 hours. Cannot exceed 3 days.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Transit through Côte d'Ivoire exceeding 24 hours or exiting airport.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, bank transfer; Amount: 73 EUR
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Validity months: 120
Transit visa (Transit Visa-Free (24 hours))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 1 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no visa required
- Fee
- Free
- Entry
- Single entry
Transit without visa allowed if: confirmed onward ticket for connecting flight within 24 hours, stay within international transit area of Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan, do not pass through immigration. ECOWAS citizens can transit without visa due to regional agreements.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Transit through Abidjan airport to reach final destination within 24 hours.
Documents you need
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
Work / Immigration visa (Work Permit and Residence Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 42 business days (6-8 weeks)
- Fee
- Varies by employer and work permit type
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable)
- Entry
- Single entry
Work permit and residence visa issued together. Employer must advertise position for 1 month in national newspaper before hiring foreign worker. Valid for one year for fixed-term or permanent contract.
Eligibility
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Employment
Job vacancy must be advertised for 1 month in national daily newspaper. Position can only be filled by foreign worker if no qualified national candidate found.
Required status: Employment under fixed-term or permanent contract
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Purpose of visit
Employment under fixed-term or permanent contract.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Work permit and visa application
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Proof of address
Provide current address evidence, such as a utility bill, tenancy document, residence certificate or official correspondence.
Accepted documents: Proof of residence in Côte d'Ivoire for stays exceeding 3 months
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: No
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Document gathering
Employer advertises position in national newspaper for 1 month and obtains AGEPE authorization.
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Online application
Employer submits work contract to AGEPE for approval using specified form.
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Document submission
Submit work permit and residence visa application with approved employment contract.
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Processing wait
Wait for work permit processing (6-8 weeks for long-term permits).
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Visa collection
Collect approved work permit and residence visa valid for one year.
Student visa (Student Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 7 business days
- Fee
- 185 USD
- Entry
- Single entry
Must apply through embassy or consulate. E-visa not available for student visas. Requires admission letter from recognized Ivorian educational institution.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Enrollment in full-time course at recognized educational institution.
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Financial
Sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses.
Minimum funds: Variable based on institution and program
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-style photograph
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, sponsor letter; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover tuition and living expenses
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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Student visa application form
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Bank transfer, money order; Amount: 185 USD
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Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Proof of enrollment
Provide proof of enrolment or admission from the school, university or training provider.
Must be current: Yes; Must be original: No
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain admission letter from Ivorian university and gather financial documents.
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Online application
Complete visa application form for student visa.
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Document submission
Submit application with all supporting documents to embassy/consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay student visa application fee.
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Processing wait
Wait for embassy to process student visa application.
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Visa collection
Collect approved student visa from embassy.
Tourist visa (Tourist E-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 2 business days
- Fee
- 73 EUR
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
E-visa available for approximately 120 nationalities. Must complete online pre-enrollment, then collect visa at Abidjan airport with biometric enrollment. Valid only for entry through Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Approximately 120 nationalities eligible for e-visa.
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Purpose of visit
Tourism and leisure activities.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Format 50mm x 70mm on white background
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or accommodation certificate; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Invitation letter or accommodation certificate if staying with host
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: E-visa application form; Form url: https://snedai.com/e-visa/
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card; Amount: 73 EUR
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for all travelers aged 9 months or over. Must be administered at least 10 days prior to arrival. Valid for lifetime.; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online pre-enrollment on SNEDAI website with personal information, travel details, and contacts in Côte d'Ivoire.
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Document gathering
Upload passport identity pages, round-trip flight reservation, and invitation letter or accommodation certificate.
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Fee payment
Pay 73 EUR visa fee (including bank fees) using VISA or MasterCard.
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Processing wait
Wait for DST authorities to review application and send approval or refusal via email.
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Biometrics
Upon arrival at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport, undergo biometric enrollment (fingerprint and photo). Mandatory for all except minors under 12. Takes 10-15 minutes.
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Visa collection
Visa affixed to passport at airport after biometric enrollment.
Business visa (Business E-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 2 business days
- Fee
- 73 EUR
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
E-visa available for business purposes. Can also apply through embassy/consulate with processing time of 3-7 days.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals from approximately 120 countries eligible for e-visa.
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Purpose of visit
Business meetings, conferences, trade activities.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Format 50mm x 70mm on white background
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation(s); Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter of invitation on letterhead from host company or organization in Côte d'Ivoire detailing intended dates of arrival and departure, name and passport number
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Business visa application form; Form url: https://snedai.com/e-visa/
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, bank transfer; Amount: 73 EUR
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application on SNEDAI website or embassy application forms.
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Document gathering
Gather passport, photos, flight reservations, hotel bookings, business letters, and invitation letters.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee (73 EUR for e-visa or embassy fee).
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Processing wait
Wait for application review and approval (2 days for e-visa, 3-7 days for embassy).
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Biometrics
For e-visa: Complete biometric enrollment at Abidjan airport upon arrival.
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Visa collection
Collect visa at airport or embassy.