Ugandan visa for Burkinese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Burkinese passport holders visiting Uganda 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 Uganda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Uganda e-visa for Burkinese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Uganda visa on arrival for Burkinese citizens | Eligible | |
Uganda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Burkinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Uganda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Uganda.
If you are looking for Uganda 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 Uganda nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The High Commission of in Abuja, ~ 1051.21 kilometers (653.19 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Close now).
- Madrid: The Consulate General of in Madrid, ~ 3140.79 kilometers (1951.60 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Close now).
Uganda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Uganda diplomatic mission offices to Burkina Faso for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Burkina Faso traveling to Uganda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Burkina Faso) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 84 | N/A |
| 2009 | 81 | -3.57% |
| 2010 | 95 | 17.28% |
| 2011 | 115 | 21.05% |
| 2012 | 120 | 4.35% |
| 2013 | 121 | 0.83% |
| 2014 | 127 | 4.96% |
| 2015 | 130 | 2.36% |
| 2016 | 132 | 1.54% |
| 2017 | 140 | 6.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Uganda & Burkina Faso comparison
Uganda's area is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi), while the area of Burkina Faso is approximately 273,600 km2 (105,637 sq mi). This means Burkina Faso is 36.93% larger than Uganda.
As of October 2025, Uganda's population is ~53.3 million people - 29,441,573 more people than the population of Burkina Faso.
We have highlighted Uganda & Burkina Faso’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Uganda | Burkina Faso | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 53,334,014 | 23,892,441 | 29.4 million more people live in Uganda than Burkina Faso |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 58 | Uganda has 16 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Burkina Faso. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 38 | 30 | Uganda passport holders can visit 8 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 25 | Ugandan hosts 25 more foreign missions than Burkina Faso. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Burkina Faso travel to Uganda in one year?
The number of visitors from Burkina Faso visiting Uganda in 2017 was approximately 140.
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Useful Information
- Kampala to Ouagadougou: 3555.27 km (2209.14 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 24 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025