Do citizens of Nigeria need a visa for Burkina Faso?
Here's the current entry rule for Nigeria passport holders travelling to Burkina Faso — plus how long you can stay, how to apply, and the official source.
No visa needed for this destination.
Just bring a passport valid for your whole trip — no visa needed for short tourist stays.
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UK Foreign Office · as of 2025-12-10
What Burkina Faso passport holders need in order to enter Nigeria.
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Frequently asked
Do Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?
Visa-free — Not stated. No visa needed for this destination.
How long can Nigeria passport holders stay in Burkina Faso?
Not stated
How do citizens of Nigeria apply for Burkina Faso?
Just bring a passport valid for your whole trip — no visa needed for short tourist stays.
How long must a passport be valid to enter Burkina Faso?
Must be valid for the whole of your stay. Blank pages required: 2.
Is a yellow fever certificate required for Burkina Faso?
Certificate required if you arrive from a country with a risk of transmission.
How many countries can Nigeria passport holders enter without a visa?
26 countries are visa-free for Nigeria passport holders. The passport page lists every one of them.
Where else can Nigeria passport holders go?