
Burkina Faso
AfricaSub-Saharan Africa · BFA
30
Visa Free
25
VOA
1
ETA
41
e-Visa
101
Visa Req.
0
No Admit.
Destinations
Where can a Burkina Faso passport holder travel?
Welcoming Score: 74
Burkina Faso welcomes travelers from 74 different passports without requiring a traditional visa (visa-free, visa on arrival, or ETA). This measures how open Burkina Faso is to international visitors.
Burkina Faso Passport Visa-Free Countries 2026
The Burkina Faso passport is ranked #144 in the world in 2026, with a mobility score of 56.Burkina Faso passport holders can travel to 30 countries visa-free, 25 with visa on arrival, and 1 with electronic travel authorization (ETA).
Located in Sub-Saharan Africa (Africa), the Burkina Faso passport requires a traditional visa or e-visa for 142 destinations.Burkina Faso also welcomes travelers from 74 different passports without requiring a traditional visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
How powerful is the Burkina Faso passport in 2026?
The Burkina Faso passport is ranked #144 in the world in 2026 with a mobility score of 56. Burkina Faso passport holders can access 56 destinations without a pre-departure visa, including 30 visa-free countries, 25 visa-on-arrival destinations, and 1 ETA destinations.
How many countries can Burkina Faso passport holders visit visa-free?
Burkina Faso passport holders can visit 30 countries visa-free (no visa required at all). Additionally, they can access 25 countries with visa on arrival and 1 with electronic travel authorization, for a total mobility score of 56.
Do Burkina Faso citizens need a visa for the United States?
Check the detailed visa requirements section above for the latest information on whether Burkina Faso citizens need a visa to visit the United States. Requirements can change, so always verify with official sources before traveling.
Do Burkina Faso citizens need a visa for Europe (Schengen Area)?
Check the detailed visa requirements section above for current Schengen Area visa requirements for Burkina Faso passport holders. The EU's ETIAS system may also affect travel authorization requirements starting in 2026.
What is the Burkina Faso passport ranking in 2026?
The Burkina Faso passport is ranked #144 globally in 2026 based on the BorderIQ Passport Power Index. This ranking is determined by the total number of destinations accessible without a pre-departure visa (visa-free + visa on arrival + ETA = 56).
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