Russian visa for Burkinese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Burkinese passport holders visiting Russia 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 Russia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Russia e-visa for Burkinese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Russia visa on arrival for Burkinese citizens | Not Available | |
Russia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Burkinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Russia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Russia.
If you are looking for Russia 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 Russia nearest your place of residence.
- Bamako: The Embassy of in Bamako, ~ 698.78 kilometers (434.20 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- Accra: The Embassy of in Accra, ~ 755.41 kilometers (469.39 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 55 minutes).
Russia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Russia diplomatic mission offices to Burkina Faso for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Burkina Faso traveling to Russia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Burkina Faso) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,368 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,134 | -9.88% |
| 2010 | 2,228 | 4.40% |
| 2011 | 2,493 | 11.89% |
| 2012 | 2,818 | 13.04% |
| 2013 | 3,079 | 9.26% |
| 2014 | 3,242 | 5.29% |
| 2015 | 3,373 | 4.04% |
| 2016 | 2,457 | -27.16% |
| 2017 | 2,439 | -0.73% |
| 2018 | 2,455 | 0.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Russia & Burkina Faso comparison
Russia's area is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi), while the area of Burkina Faso is approximately 273,600 km2 (105,637 sq mi). This means Burkina Faso is 59.86 times smaller than Russia.
As of October 2025, Russia's population is ~146.2 million people - 122,333,889 more people than the population of Burkina Faso.
We have highlighted Russia & Burkina Faso’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Russia | Burkina Faso | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 146,226,330 | 23,892,441 | 122.3 million more people live in Russia than Burkina Faso |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 242 | 58 | Russia has 184 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Burkina Faso. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 78 | 30 | Russia passport holders can visit 48 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 242 | 25 | Russian hosts 217 more foreign missions than Burkina Faso. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Burkina Faso travel to Russia in one year?
The number of visitors from Burkina Faso visiting Russia in 2018 was approximately 2,455.
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- Moscow to Ouagadougou: 11769.66 km (7313.32 mi)
- Travel time: 24 hours 31 minutes
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