Burkina Faso
South Africa
South Africa visa for citizens of Burkina Faso
Entry requirement
Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for South Africa, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- South Africa visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which South Africa visa?
Visitor's visa (section 11 of the Immigration Act) and visa-exempt holiday visits
Key facts
- Fee
- ZAR 425
All visa types for South Africa
South Africa’s tourist visa costs ZAR 425 at the standard rate published by its authorities.
South African missions in Burkina Faso
- Embassy of South Africa in Ouagadougou
Avenue Pascal Zagré, Villa No 149, Rue de Badnogo, Ouagadougou
South Africa has 1 mission in Burkina Faso, with its embassy in Ouagadougou.
South African citizens travelling to Burkina Faso
South AfricaBurkina Faso e-Visa Burkina Faso visa for citizens of South Africa
Travel advice for South Africa
- 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 South Africa can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates South Africa at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 26 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to South Africa (updated 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for South Africa (updated 28 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long citizens of Burkina Faso can stay in South Africa
How long citizens of Burkina Faso may stay in South Africa 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 South African embassy in Ouagadougou, or to a visa centre acting for South Africa; fees, documents and processing times are published by South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for citizens of Burkina Faso
Eswatini and Lesotho require citizens of Burkina Faso to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Burkina Faso
South African 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 South Africa?
Citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for South Africa, obtained before travel.
Where is the South African embassy in Burkina Faso?
The South African embassy in Burkina Faso is in Ouagadougou.
How much does the South Africa tourist visa cost?
South Africa’s official sources give a standard fee of ZAR 425 for the tourist visa.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?
South African citizens need an e-Visa for Burkina Faso, applied for online before travel.
Can citizens of Burkina Faso enter South Africa visa-free?
No; citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for South Africa 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.