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Country guideLast checked October 17, 2026

Visas and immigration in Côte d’Ivoire

5 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.

Visit & tourism 1
Family 1
Status in-country 2
Citizenship 1

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Visiting Côte d’Ivoire

Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 17, 2026.

22 passports visa-free
227 passports need an eTA or eVisa

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Visit & tourism1 pathway

E-visa and biometric visa
Visitors who need a visa apply online through SNEDAI, the only website the Ivorian state recognises for visa applications. With the e-visa, an approved pre-enrolment is issued by email and the biometric visa is printed at Abidjan airport on arrival. A biometric visa can also be obtained through the enrolment centre at an Ivorian embassy in the country of residence. Visas issued are for 3 months; longer stays need a residence title once in the country.
Temporary only
Last checked October 17, 2026
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Family1 pathway

Resident card for a dependent spouse or child
A foreign resident can have a dependent spouse and children documented through ONECI resident cards. The spouse's file includes a legalised statement of financial support and the sponsoring spouse's resident card and work or trade documents. Children under 16 need parental authorisation and the parent's resident card. Service Public CI lists a 45-day processing time for the dependent spouse card.
May lead to permanent residence
Last checked October 17, 2026
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