Ivorian visa for Central African citizens
A visa is NOT required for Central African passport holders visiting Côte d'Ivoire for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Central African citizens to enter Côte d'Ivoire for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Côte d'Ivoire e-visa for Central African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Côte d'Ivoire visa on arrival for Central African citizens | Not Available | |
Côte d'Ivoire tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Central African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Côte d'Ivoire.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Côte d'Ivoire.
If you are looking for Côte d'Ivoire visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Central African Republic, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Côte d'Ivoire nearest your place of residence.
- Yaounde: The Embassy of in Yaounde, ~ 784.93 kilometers (487.73 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now).
- Ndjamena: The Embassy of in Ndjamena, ~ 942.90 kilometers (585.89 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now).
Côte d'Ivoire visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Côte d'Ivoire diplomatic mission offices to Central African Republic for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Central African Republic traveling to Côte d'Ivoire from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Central African Republic) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 21 | N/A |
| 2009 | 23 | 9.52% |
| 2010 | 25 | 8.70% |
| 2011 | 27 | 8.00% |
| 2012 | 29 | 7.41% |
| 2013 | 38 | 31.03% |
| 2014 | 47 | 23.68% |
| 2015 | 144 | 206.38% |
| 2016 | 158 | 9.72% |
| 2017 | 180 | 13.92% |
| 2018 | 197 | 9.44% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Côte d'Ivoire & Central African Republic comparison
Côte d'Ivoire's area is approximately 318,000 km2 (122,780 sq mi), while the area of Central African Republic is approximately 622,980 km2 (240,533 sq mi). This means Central African Republic is 95.91% larger than Côte d'Ivoire.
As of October 2025, Côte d'Ivoire's population is ~29.8 million people - 24,508,266 more people than the population of Central African Republic.
We have highlighted Côte d'Ivoire & Central African Republic’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Côte d'Ivoire | Central African Republic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 29,767,882 | 5,259,616 | 24.5 million more people live in Côte d'Ivoire than Central African Republic |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 1 | Côte d'Ivoire has 4 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Central African Republic. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 30 | 21 | Côte d'Ivoire passport holders can visit 9 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 29 | 13 | Ivorian hosts 16 more foreign missions than Central African Republic. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Central African Republic travel to Côte d'Ivoire in one year?
The number of visitors from Central African Republic visiting Côte d'Ivoire in 2018 was approximately 197.
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Useful Information
- Yamoussoukro to Bangui: 2397.13 km (1489.51 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 59 minutes
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