FAQs

English is not widely spoken in Ivory Coast, and the official language is French. However, in major international airports such as Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan, you may find airport staff who can communicate in English to some extent, especially at immigration and customs checkpoints. Additionally, airlines operating international flights may have English-speaking staff members who can provide assistance.

When entering Ivory Coast, there are specific customs regulations that you should be aware of to ensure a smooth entry into the country. Here are some general customs regulations for Ivory Coast:

The answer is YES. You can obtain a visa on arrival at an Ivory Coast airport. That means if your passport is still valid when you enter Ivory Coast, you can get a visa stamp (specifically at the border cross). Yet, how quickly or slowly the officer is doing paperwork will depend on the volume of passengers. Furthermore, if you apply for a visa on arrival, you cannot guarantee that you will have enough supporting documentation.

The eligibility for an Ivory Coast e-Visa depends on the traveler's nationality. At the moment, the Ivory Coast government has approved for more than 200 nationalities to apply for the e-visa. The following nationalities were eligible to apply for the Ivory Coast e-Visa:

The Ivory Coast e-Visa is an electronic travel authorization that allows foreign nationals to enter the Ivory Coast for tourism, business, or transit purposes. The e-Visa system was introduced in 2019 to facilitate the visa application process and make it more convenient for travelers.