FAQs

If your Cote d'Ivoire visa has expired, you should act immediately to avoid legal issues. Here's what you can do:

Because the USA is not on the list of prohibited countries for visa-free travel to Ivory Coast, an e-visa is REQUIRED for all US visitors. Currently, the Ivory Coast Ministry offers two (2) types of electronic visas to US citizens: Tourist e-visa: This type of visa is used for tourism activities and allows for multiple entries for stays of up to 30 days (1 month). Business e-visa: US travelers are authorized to stay in Ivory Coast for 30 days (1 month) on each business visit. Both of these visas are valid for three months from the date of issue and allow multiple entries.

The Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Business e-Visa is valid only for entry at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ). It is not valid at land or sea borders.

Yes, you can apply for an Ivory Coast e-Visa on short notice if your business travel plans change suddenly through our Rush Visa system.

The Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) e-Visa processing time is typically 3–5 business days from submission of a complete application, based on the urgency of your application.

The Côte d'Ivoire business e-Visa (also called the Ivorian e-Visa for business purposes) is designed for short business trips (e.g., meetings, conferences, or negotiations).

By satisfying these prerequisites, you ensure a streamlined process for obtaining your Ivory Coast e-Visa for your business trip, promoting a successful and stress-free visit.

The delay in processing your Ivory Coast visa application could stem from various factors that contribute to the overall processing timeline. The intricacies of visa processing, particularly for international travel, involve several stages that demand meticulous evaluation and verification of the provided information.