Burkina Faso
China
China visa for citizens of Burkina Faso
Entry requirement
Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- China visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at bf.china-embassy.gov.cn
Which China visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry)
- Processing time
- Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply
China’s official site for the tourist visa is consular.mfa.gov.cn. Processing time, as China states it: Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry).
Chinese missions in Burkina Faso
- Embassy of China in Ouagadougou
Bâtiment 1 Parcelle No.2, lot 38 section F, OUAGA 2000 Zone A, Commune de Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
China has 1 mission in Burkina Faso, with its embassy in Ouagadougou.
Chinese citizens travelling to Burkina Faso
ChinaBurkina Faso e-Visa Burkina Faso visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Citizens of Burkina Faso planning a trip to China can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of Burkina Faso can stay in China
How long citizens of Burkina Faso may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of Burkina Faso apply
In Burkina Faso, applications go to the Chinese embassy in Ouagadougou, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for citizens of Burkina Faso
Mongolia, Afghanistan, Myanmar, North Korea, Russia and India require citizens of Burkina Faso to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Burkina Faso
Chinese citizens need an e-Visa for Burkina Faso, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for China?
Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
Where is the Chinese embassy in Burkina Faso?
The Chinese embassy in Burkina Faso is in Ouagadougou.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?
Chinese citizens need an e-Visa for Burkina Faso, applied for online before travel.
Can citizens of Burkina Faso enter China visa-free?
No; citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for China obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.