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Burkina FasoBurkina Faso visa requirements for Cape Verde citizens (2026)
Visa-free. No. Cape Verde passport holders do not need a visa for Burkina Faso for tourism. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Burkina Faso entry requirements for Cape Verde citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
What to bring to Burkina Faso
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Burkina Faso at a glance for travellers
- 19 of 198 passports can enter Burkina Faso without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Cape Verde passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 62 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Official portal | Burkina Faso e-Visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Burkina Faso entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
Do Cape Verde citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?
No. Cape Verde passport holders do not need a visa for Burkina Faso for tourism. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
What documents do Cape Verde passport holders need for Burkina Faso?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do Cape Verde passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Burkina Faso?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.