Burkinabe to South Africa Visa Required

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay and must contain a minimum of 3 blank pages for visa stamps and entry/exit formalities.

Official visa application form must be completed and submitted to the South African Embassy or consulate. The form is typically available from the embassy website.

Recent passport-sized photograph (typically 35mm x 45mm) with a white background. Photo specifications may vary by embassy location.

Proof of booked flights showing travel dates and confirmation number. Must demonstrate your intended entry and exit from South Africa.

Accommodation booking confirmation or reservation letter showing your lodging arrangements during your stay in South Africa.

Written statement explaining the purpose of your visit to South Africa, specifically stating tourism as the primary reason for travel.

Original yellow fever vaccination certificate (yellow card) is required if you are traveling from Burkina Faso, which is designated as a yellow fever risk country by the World Health Organization.

Fingerprinting and facial photograph will be taken during the visa application process or at the port of entry. You must comply with biometric collection requirements.

If visiting friends or family, an invitation letter from the host in South Africa may strengthen your application, though it is not always mandatory for tourism purposes.