FranceBurkina Faso

French Embassy in Burkina Faso

1 embassy

In Burkina Faso, France has an embassy in Ouagadougou. France requires citizens of Burkina Faso to hold a visa issued in advance.

French Embassy in Ouagadougou

At Avenue de l’indépendance, Rue de l’Hospitalité BP 504 Ouagadougou 01, Quartier Koulouba, Ouagadougou, the French embassy represents France towards Burkina Faso. Its phone number and website are on its page.

France visa for citizens of Burkina Faso

Burkina FasoFrance Visa required France visa for citizens of Burkina Faso

FranceBurkina Faso e-Visa Burkina Faso visa for citizens of France

France visa requirements for citizens of Burkina Faso

  • Uniform Schengen visa (type C) for France – tourism or private visit
  • Long-stay visa (type D) – study, work, family
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Fee: €90
  • 13 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

See the full checklist

Citizens of Burkina Faso must obtain a visa before travelling to France. Applicants in Burkina Faso turn to the French embassy in Ouagadougou; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Burkina Faso’s missions in France

Missions of Burkina Faso in France (7)

In return, Burkina Faso has 7 missions in France, including its embassy in Paris.

Good to know

France in Burkina Faso

Worldwide, France has 386 missions in 176 countries; one of them is in Burkina Faso.

Travel to Burkina Faso for French citizens

French citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa. In Burkina Faso, French citizens can turn to the French embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the French embassy in Burkina Faso is closed

The French 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 France, such as Armistice Day (Armistice 1918) on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the French embassy in Burkina Faso?

The French embassy is in Ouagadougou, at Avenue de l’indépendance, Rue de l’Hospitalité BP 504 Ouagadougou 01, Quartier Koulouba, Ouagadougou.

Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for France?

Citizens of Burkina Faso must obtain a visa before travelling to France.

Do French citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Burkina Faso requires a visa from French citizens, available online as an e-Visa.

Does Burkina Faso have an embassy in France?

Yes, Burkina Faso has its embassy in Paris, along with 6 other missions in France.