Do you qualify?
- You are travelling for a holiday, sightseeing or to visit family or friends
- You won’t work or do business during your visit
- You have a return ticket and enough money for your stay
Documents you'll need
| Document | Details | Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | Passport photo page scan, valid for at least 6 months | Required |
| Application form | Completed and checked by us before submission | We prepare |
| Photo | Recent passport-style colour photo | Required |
| Flight booking | Return flight booking | Required |
| Accommodation or invitation | Hotel booking, or an invitation from the people you’re visiting | Required |
| Yellow fever certificate | Yellow fever vaccination certificate | Required |
We give you a full checklist for your circumstances at your consultation.
Do you need an Ivory Coast tourist visa?
British passport holders need a visa for Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast). For air arrivals, you complete an online pre-registration and pay before you travel, then the visa is issued when you arrive at the airport in Abidjan.
What an Ivory Coast tourist visa covers
An Ivory Coast tourist visa is for holidays, sightseeing and visiting family or friends in Ivory Coast. It doesn't cover business meetings or paid work. If you're travelling for business, see our Ivory Coast business visa page.
UK residents on other passports
UK residents on other passports usually follow the same process. Keep your pre-registration approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Ivory Coast tourist visa help from Manchester
We're based in Manchester city centre and handle Ivory Coast tourist visa applications for travellers across the UK, entirely online. Before you travel, read the UK government's foreign travel advice for Côte d’Ivoire.
How we help
- Check your eligibility and confirm the right route at your consultation
- Give you a personalised document checklist
- Prepare and complete your application forms
- Review all evidence against the current rules before submission
- Keep you updated until you have a decision
Fees and timescales
| Service | Visa length | Official fee | Our fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tourist application completed and checked | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
| Urgent Everything in Standard, submitted the same working day | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
The official fee is the fee charged by the country’s eVisa system. It can change, so we confirm it before you pay.
Delivery
Your eVisa is sent to you electronically, so there’s no passport to post. Delivery is a flat £5.
Common questions
Can I visit family on an Ivory Coast tourist visa?
Yes. Visiting family or friends is covered by the Ivory Coast tourist visa.
Can I work in Ivory Coast on an Ivory Coast tourist visa?
No. Working needs a work visa or permit. Contact us and we’ll explain the options.
How long does an Ivory Coast tourist visa take?
Usually a few working days, but processing times vary. Apply at least a week before you travel, and earlier in busy seasons.