Can I get multiple Ivory Coast visas with the same passport?

Yes, you can apply for multiple types of visas for the Ivory Coast using the same passport, as long as your passport meets the standard requirements (valid for at least six months from your intended entry date and with sufficient blank pages, typically at least two).

The Ivory Coast offers various types of visas, including tourist, business, transit, and others. Each visa type has its own eligibility criteria, so you’d need to submit separate applications tailored to those requirements. Ivory Coast also offers multiple-entry visas, especially for business travelers, which may be more suitable than applying for separate single-entry visas.

Both e-Visa and embassy-issued visas are linked to the same passport, but it is unclear whether you can hold both simultaneously; applying for a new visa may affect the status of an existing one, depending on immigration processing.

Key points to consider for multiple types of visas for the Ivory Coast

1. Different Visa Types Allowed

You can apply for different visa types (e.g., tourist, business, work, or transit visas) at different times, but Côte d'Ivoire does not allow multiple valid visas in the same passport simultaneously. If you apply for a new visa while an existing one is still valid, the previous visa may be canceled.

2. Passport Validity & Space

Your passport must have at least 6 months' validity and enough blank pages for each visa. If you’ve had previous visas, ensure there’s space for new ones.

3. Only One Active Visa at a Time

Typically, you cannot hold two different types of Ivory Coast visas at the same time. If you apply for a new visa while another one is still valid, the new visa may cancel the previous one.

4. Transitioning Between Visa Types

If you are in Côte d'Ivoire on a tourist visa and wish to switch to a work or residence visa, you must leave the country and apply for the appropriate visa from an Ivorian embassy or consulate abroad.

Practical Tips

Considerations apply

Immigration officials might question your intentions if visa purposes or validity periods overlap suspiciously (e.g., a tourist visa and business visa active at the same time). To avoid complications, ensure each application clearly justifies its distinct purpose and that entry/exit dates align logically with your travel plans.

Recommendations

If you need to visit frequently, consider a multiple-entry business visa instead of applying for separate tourist and business visas.
If you plan to work or study, apply directly for the appropriate long-term visa instead of a tourist visa.

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