Visa requirements

Cote d'Ivoire

General visa requirements for travelling to Cote d'Ivoire. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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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

  • 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

  • Purpose of visit

    Business activities including meetings, conferences, and trade.

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • trade
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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

  • Nationality

    Nationals from approximately 120 countries eligible for e-visa.

  • Purpose of visit

    Business meetings, conferences, trade activities.

    Includes
    • Business

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Format 50mm x 70mm on white background

  • 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

  • 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

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

  • 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

  • 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/

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, bank transfer; Amount: 73 EUR

  • International vaccination card

    Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required; Validity months: 120

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Complete online application on SNEDAI website or embassy application forms.

  2. Document gathering

    Gather passport, photos, flight reservations, hotel bookings, business letters, and invitation letters.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee (73 EUR for e-visa or embassy fee).

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for application review and approval (2 days for e-visa, 3-7 days for embassy).

  5. Biometrics

    For e-visa: Complete biometric enrollment at Abidjan airport upon arrival.

  6. Visa collection

    Collect visa at airport or embassy.

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This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.