Eritrean visa for Burkinese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Burkinese passport holders visiting Eritrea for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Burkinese citizens to enter Eritrea for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Eritrea e-visa for Burkinese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Eritrea visa on arrival for Burkinese citizens | Not Available | |
Eritrea tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Burkinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Eritrea.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Eritrea.
If you are looking for Eritrea visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Burkina Faso, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Eritrea nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of in Abuja, ~ 1048.38 kilometers (651.43 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Close now).
- Tripoli: The Embassy of in Tripoli, ~ 2743.53 kilometers (1704.75 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Close now).
Eritrea visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Eritrea diplomatic mission offices to Burkina Faso for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Burkina Faso traveling to Eritrea from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Burkina Faso) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 | N/A |
| 2009 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2010 | 8 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 11 | 37.50% |
| 2012 | 13 | 18.18% |
| 2013 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2014 | 12 | -14.29% |
| 2015 | 11 | -8.33% |
| 2016 | 14 | 27.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Eritrea & Burkina Faso comparison
Eritrea's area is approximately 101,000 km2 (38,996 sq mi), while the area of Burkina Faso is approximately 273,600 km2 (105,637 sq mi). This means Burkina Faso is 2.71 times bigger than Eritrea.
As of November 2025, Eritrea's population is ~3.8 million people - 20,095,998 fewer people than the population of Burkina Faso.
We have highlighted Eritrea & Burkina Faso’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Eritrea | Burkina Faso | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,796,443 | 23,892,441 | 20.1 million fewer people live in Eritrea than Burkina Faso |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 30 | 58 | Eritrea has 28 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Burkina Faso. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 10 | 30 | Eritrea passport holders visit 20 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 14 | 25 | Eritrean hosts 11 fewer foreign missions than Burkina Faso. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Burkina Faso travel to Eritrea in one year?
The number of visitors from Burkina Faso visiting Eritrea in 2016 was approximately 14.
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Useful Information
- Asmara to Ouagadougou: 4144.84 km (2575.48 mi)
- Travel time: 8 hours 38 minutes
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