This page was last updated on 03 November, 2021.
At a Glance
Most travelers from United States are allowed to enter Burkina Faso, but there are restrictions.
Source: US Embassy for Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso: Open for Travel
Travel is allowed with restrictions
Travelers are allowed to enter Burkina Faso. Please check the documentation, quarantine and/or testing requirements before traveling.
Details and Exemptions:All land borders remain closed.
Source: US Embassy for Burkina Faso
Quarantine may be required
Quarantine and testing may be required
Travelers who do not have a COVID-19 test before arrival or those who present symptoms of COVID-19 are required to take a COVID-19 rapid test at the airport at their own cost and to be detained until the results are back. Those whose test results are positive are required to stay in quarantine until advised.
Details and Exemptions:Travelers who test negative can end quarantine and are recommended to take a COVID-19 PCR test on Day 8 and Day 14 in dedicated sites.
Source: US Embassy for Burkina Faso
COVID-19 test required
Proof of negative COVID-19 test results before arrival
Travelers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR (nasal swab) test result in English or French. The test must be taken a maximum of 5 days before arrival.
Source: Ministry of Health in Burkina Faso
Masks are required
Masks are mandatory in public
Travelers must wear masks in public places.
Source: US Embassy for Burkina Faso
Other Things to Take Note Of
Health screening on arrival
Temperature screening is required for all travelers on arrival.
