Burkina FasoCentral African Republic
Burkinabe passport · policy checked 17 Jul 2026
Visa-free
Nothing to arrange. Visa-free entry up to 90 days
90
days
max stay per entry
0
visa fee
free entry
1
document
your valid passport
0
forms
no application, no appointment
Entering Central African Republic on a Burkinabe passport
- Travel with your valid Burkinabe passport - no visa, no application.
Central African Republic visa types
Visa Long Séjour (Long-Stay Visa)Work
Long-term entry visa for work, study, family reunification, or extended residence in the Central African Republic. Issued by CAR embassies and consulates abroad.
Official category listed by the CAR Embassy in Paris. Application accepts online form (with account creation) or paper PDF form. Payment by bank transfer or cash at embassy. Specific fee, validity, and stay duration not published on accessible official pages. Covers work, study, and residence purposes.
Official page ↗Visa Court Séjour - Long Duration (Short-Stay Visa 3+ Months)Other
single entry~$300
Short-stay visa for stays exceeding three months, for purposes such as extended visits, research, or short-term professional assignments.
Fee schedule from CAR Embassy Washington: 3+ months $300, express processing +$50. Exact maximum stay not specified in official sources; long-stay visa (visa long séjour) is the formal category for extended residence.
Official page ↗Visa Diplomatique / Officiel (Diplomatic/Official Visa)Diplomatic
Visa for holders of diplomatic or official passports travelling to the Central African Republic on official business. Despite diplomatic passport status, a visa is still required.
CAR Embassy Washington confirmed in prior verification: 'No change. Visa applications will be processed by the Embassy' for diplomatic/official passport holders - no exemption exists. Effective February 12, 2024, embassy staff, UN, EU, NGO personnel, and international organization contractors must obtain prior MFA authorization before entering CAR.
Official page ↗Central African Republic visa policy, fees & entry rules in full →
Central African Republic visa for Burkinabe citizens - FAQ
Do Burkinabe citizens need a visa for Central African Republic?
No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Burkinabe citizens stay in Central African Republic?
Burkinabe passport holders can stay in Central African Republic for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Burkinabe citizens need for Central African Republic?
A valid passport is all Burkinabe citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 90 days).
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