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Canadian Embassy in Burkina Faso

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In Burkina Faso, Canada has an embassy in Ouagadougou. Citizens of Burkina Faso must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.

Canadian Embassy in Ouagadougou

The Canadian embassy is in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, at 318 Professeur Joseph KIZERBO avenue, Ouagadougou 01. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Canada visa for citizens of Burkina Faso

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Canada visa requirements for citizens of Burkina Faso

  • Visitor visa (temporary resident visa, TRV)
  • Transit visa
  • Study and work permits (brief)
  • Fee: CA$100
  • 4 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel. Applicants in Burkina Faso turn to the Canadian embassy in Ouagadougou; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Burkina Faso’s missions in Canada

Missions of Burkina Faso in Canada (1)

In return, Burkina Faso has an embassy in Canada, in Ottawa.

Good to know

Canada in Burkina Faso

Worldwide, Canada has 263 missions in 155 countries; one of them is in Burkina Faso.

Travel to Burkina Faso for Canadian citizens

Burkina Faso requires a visa from Canadian citizens, available online as an e-Visa. In Burkina Faso, Canadian citizens can turn to the Canadian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Canadian embassy in Burkina Faso is closed

The Canadian embassy in Burkina Faso closes on Burkina Faso’s public holidays, the next being Proclamation of Independence Day on Friday 11 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of Canada, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Canadian embassy in Burkina Faso?

The Canadian embassy is in Ouagadougou, at 318 Professeur Joseph KIZERBO avenue, Ouagadougou 01.

Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Canada?

Canada requires citizens of Burkina Faso to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Canadian citizens need an e-Visa for Burkina Faso, applied for online before travel.

Does Burkina Faso have an embassy in Canada?

Yes, Burkina Faso has its embassy in Ottawa.