--- title: Moving to Burkina Faso: Visas, Costs & Immigrant Guide description: Moving to Burkina Faso can be a suitable option for families and individuals interested in life in West Africa. This guide is for those considering work, study, image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Ad spot · 728×90Advertise on MigrantIQBuy this spot [/advertise/?format=leaderboard] Burkina Faso flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw80%2Fbf.png&w=3840&q=75] Country guide MOVING TO BURKINA FASO: VISAS, COST OF LIVING & IMMIGRANT GUIDE Moving to Burkina Faso can be a suitable option for families and individuals interested in life in West Africa. 3 min read·Data confidence: 82/100·Research desk [/about/editorial/] Browse visas [/visas/burkina-faso/]Arrival checklist [/checklist/burkina-faso/] Moving to Burkina Faso: cost of living, visa options, banking, healthcare, and settlement — confirm rules on the official immigration portal. Confirm immigration rules on the official portal · 3 min read 8 published visa guides Save to planner AT A GLANCE: LIVING IN BURKINA FASO Quick signals for cost of living, salary, healthcare, and safety before you dig into visas and settlement. Cost of living — Net monthly salary — Safety index — Visa guides 8 CapitalOuagadougou RegionAfrica (Western Africa) Rent indexN/A Quality indexN/A Moving to Burkina Faso: cost of living, visa options, banking, healthcare, and settlement — confirm rules on the official immigration portal. Immigration rules and fees change frequently. Confirm current requirements on official government or embassy websites. Last updated 2026-05-17Official immigration portal ↗ [https://police-nationale.gov.bf/] Review due soon START HERE FOR BURKINA FASO Official links, checklists, and nearby opportunities — act on these before the deep country profile. OFFICIAL LINKS * Police Nationale Burkina Faso [https://police-nationale.gov.bf/] Official immigration portal for visas, entry rules, and residency steps. The official portal of the Police Nationale Burkina Faso is essential for accurate information on immigration and residency. Be cautious of lookalike websites that may charge fees for forms available for free through official channels. NEWCOMER CHECKLIST * •Prepare temporary housing and proof of address if required. * •Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps. * •Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. * •Learn about local customs and cultural practices. * •Open a local bank account to manage your finances effectively. * •Register with local authorities if required. * •Learn basic French phrases to ease communication. GOVERNMENT JOBS * Burkina Faso Government Jobs [/government-jobs/government-careers-bf/] · Burkina Faso public employment authority All government jobs for Burkina Faso → [/government-jobs/?country=burkina-faso] OFFICIAL LANGUAGES French (official)native African languages belonging to the Sudanic family spoken by 90% of the population Verified immigration updates for Burkina Faso → [/countries/burkina-faso/immigration-updates/] Ready for visas? TURN THIS COUNTRY GUIDE INTO A PATHWAY Compare published routes for Burkina Faso, open a corridor from your origin, or start the arrival checklist before you pay an agent. Browse Burkina Faso visas [/visas/burkina-faso/]Find a corridor [/move/]Arrival checklist [/checklist/burkina-faso/] COST OF LIVING IN BURKINA FASO The cost of living in Burkina Faso is not clearly defined, as various indexes and salary data are not available. Costs can vary significantly depending on the city or region. Generally, urban areas may have higher living expenses than rural ones. As you plan your budget, keep in mind that typical net monthly salaries are not specified, which may affect your financial planning. Research local prices and expenses to prepare for your new life in Burkina Faso. COST OF LIVING BY CITY IN BURKINA FASO Monthly living-cost signals in XOF. Figures are planning estimates — rent and lifestyle vary by neighbourhood. CitySingle monthly (XOF)Family monthly (XOF)1BR center (XOF)Capital city€555€1,280€180 SETTLEMENT FUNDS & LOCAL SETUP When relocating to Burkina Faso, demonstrate proof of funds or financial stability, especially if applying for a visa. While specific amounts are not provided, having adequate banking arrangements and funds for initial living expenses is important. Setting up a local bank account will help you manage finances and facilitate transactions in the local currency, XOF. Understanding the local tax system and health coverage options will also be beneficial as you settle in. LOCAL SERVICES & SETUP Healthcare access: None WHO QUALIFIES BEST FOR BURKINA FASO * work Individuals seeking employment opportunities in various sectors. * study Students looking to pursue education in local universities. * family Families reuniting with relatives or partners already residing in Burkina Faso. * visit Tourists interested in exploring the cultural heritage and natural beauty of the country. WHAT PEOPLE GET WRONG ABOUT MOVING TO BURKINA FASO NEGLECTING VISA REQUIREMENTS A common mistake is failing to understand visa requirements before traveling. Ensure you have the correct visa type and necessary documentation to avoid complications upon arrival. UNDERESTIMATING CULTURAL DIFFERENCES Newcomers often underestimate the cultural differences they will face. Take time to learn about local customs and social norms to foster positive interactions with locals. IGNORING HEALTH PRECAUTIONS Ignoring health precautions can lead to serious issues. Consult health professionals about vaccinations and health insurance options before your move. Full country profile DEMOGRAPHICS, ECONOMY & DEEPER BURKINA FASO DATA Expand for topic-by-topic country profile. Decision sections above stay first. BURKINA FASO COUNTRY PROFILE In-depth facts & data for living in Burkina Faso on this page· Updated 2026-06-02 8 sections Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa’s "hump." Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the northeast by Niger, on the southeast by Benin, and on the south by Togo, Ghana, and Cote d’Ivoire. Burkina is a savanna plateau, with a… Demographics & populationPopulation size, age structure, migration, ethnicity, language, education, and health indicatorsEconomyGDP, employment, industries, public finance, and currencyGovernment & politicsGovernment structure, legal system, citizenship, and international relationsGeography & environmentLocation, land area, terrain, climate, and natural resourcesTradeImports, exports, and trading partnersTravel & safetySafety, crime, medical care, and travel conditions for visitors and newcomersInfrastructureTransport, communications, and energyNational symbolsAnthem and national symbols For planning only. Always verify immigration and legal rules on official government sites. DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 247 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Demographics & population in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Burkina Faso sits in Western Africa, Africa, with Ouagadougou as the capital. Common working and school languages in the dataset include French (official) and native African languages belonging to the Sudanic family spoken by 90% of the population. English proficiency is listed as medium. Population and age figures on this page are planning signals, not a substitute for census releases or visa eligibility rules. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort Early practical steps people actually use in Burkina Faso include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Population overview; Age & family; Ethnicity & language; Education; Health & living conditions. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION POPULATION OVERVIEW Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Population 20,835,401 Population - note Note: estimates for this country explicitly take into account the effects of excess mortality due to AIDS this can result in lower life expectancy, higher infant mortality, higher death rates, lower population growth rates, and changes in the distribution of the population by age and sex than would otherwise be expected Population Growth Rate 3.06% Urban Population 26.500000 [tel:26500000] Population in Major Urban Areas OUAGADOUGOU (capital) 2.053 million AGE & FAMILY Show 10 10 facts — expand for details. Age Structure 45.040000 [tel:45040000] Median Age 17.000000 [tel:17000000] Birth Rate - births/1,000 population 43 Death Rate - deaths/1,000 population 12.21 Total Fertility Rate - children born/woman 6 Contraceptive Prevalance Rate - female 12-49 16.2% Contraceptive Prevalence Rate - female 12-49 16.2% Mean Age for Mother's First Birth (age 25-49) 19 Mother's mean age at first birth 19 Sex Ratio at Birth - male/female 1.030000 [tel:1030000] ETHNICITY & LANGUAGE Hide Ethnic Groups Mossi over 40%, Gurunsi, Senufo, Lobi, Bobo, Mande, Fulani Nationality Noun Burkinabe (singular and plural) EDUCATION Show 6 6 facts — expand for details. Literacy - total population 21.8% Literacy - male 36.9% Literacy - female 16.6% Literacy Definition Age 15 and over can read and write Education Expenditures - percent of GDP 3.4% Total School Life Expectancy - (primary to tertiary) 8.000000 [tel:8000000] HEALTH & LIVING CONDITIONS Show 12 12 facts — expand for details. Life Expectancy at Birth 54.430000 [tel:54430000] Infant Mortality Rate 78.300000 [tel:78300000] Infant Mortality Rate - total deaths/1,000 live births 78.300000 [tel:78300000] Maternal Mortality Rate - deaths/100,000 live births 300 Physicians Density - physicians/1,000 population .05 Hospital Bed Density - beds/1,000 population .4 Health Expenditures - percent of GDP 6.5% Major Infectious Diseases - degree of risk Very high Obesity - adult prevalence rate 2.3% Drinking Water Source - percent of urban population improved 97.500000 [tel:97500000] Sanitation Facility Access - percent of urban population improved 50.400000 [tel:50400000] Underweight - percent of children under five years 26.2% ECONOMY IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 209 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Economy in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. People comparing Burkina Faso with other destinations usually start with wages, rent, and tax, not headline GDP. GDP per capita in the planning dataset is about 1,800. Recent growth is listed at 5.2 percent. Unemployment is listed at 77 percent. A typical net monthly salary signal is 0. A city-centre 1-bed rent signal is 0. A monthly groceries signal is 0. Local currency code: XOF. City prices vary, and these indexes do not replace a job offer or a proof-of-funds check. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Economic overview; GDP & growth; Prices & money; Employment & labor; Labor by occupation; Public finance. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: ECONOMY ECONOMIC OVERVIEW Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Economic Overview Burkina Faso is a poor, landlocked country that depends on adequate rainfall. Irregular patterns of rainfall, poor soil, and the lack of adequate communications and other infrastructure contribute to the economy’s vulnerability to external shocks. About 80% of the population is engaged in subsistence farming and cotton is the main cash crop. The country has few natural resources and a weak industrial base. Cotton and gold are Burkina Faso’s key exports - gold has accounted for about three-quarters of the country’s total export revenues. Burkina Faso’s economic growth and revenue depends largely on production levels and global prices for the two commodities. The country has seen an upswing in gold exploration, production, and exports. In 2016, the government adopted a new development strategy, set forth in the 2016-2020 [tel:20162020] National Plan for Economic and Social Development, that aims to reduce poverty, build human capital, and satisfy basic needs. A new three-year IMF program (2018-2020 [tel:20182020]), approved in 2018, will allow the government to reduce the budget deficit and preserve critical spending on social services and priority public investments. While the end of the political crisis has allowed Burkina Faso’s economy to resume positive growth, the country’s fragile security situation could put these gains at risk. Political insecurity in neighboring Mali, unreliable energy supplies, and poor transportation links pose long-term challenges. Industries Cotton lint, beverages, agricultural processing, soap, cigarettes, textiles, gold GDP - per capita (PPP) $1,800.00 (USD) GDP - real growth rate 5.2% GDP & GROWTH Show 9 9 facts — expand for details. GDP - Gross Domestic Product (PPP) $45,160,000,000 (USD) GDP Per Capita $1,800.00 (USD) GDP - real growth rate 5.2% GDP - official exchange rate $12,010,000,000 (USD) GDP - composition, by end use * Consumption: 45.1% Government * Consumption: 22% Investment in Fixed * Capital: 28.7% Investment in * Inventories: 0.7% Exports of Goods and * Services: 34.5% Imports of Goods and * Services: -31% GDP by Sector- agriculture 32.5% GDP by Sector- Industry 21.8% GDP by Sector- services 45.7% Industrial Growth Rate 4.2% PRICES & MONEY Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Inflation Rate 1.4% Exchange Rate per US Dollar 605.7 Currency Name and Code Communaute Financiere Africaine francs (XOF) Fiscal Year Calendar Year EMPLOYMENT & LABOR Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Labor Force 7,692,000 Unemployment Rate 77% Major Industries Cotton lint, beverages, agricultural processing, soap, cigarettes, textiles, gold Agriculture Products Cotton, peanuts, shea nuts, sesame, sorghum, millet, corn, rice; livestock Population Below Poverty Line 46.7% Child Labor - # of children ages 5-14 1,521,006 Child Labor - % of children ages 5-14 38% LABOR BY OCCUPATION Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Labor Force By Occupation - industry and services 10% Labor Force By Occupation- agriculture 90% PUBLIC FINANCE Hide Annual Budget $2,442,000,000 (USD) Budget Surplus or Deficit - percent of GDP -2.8% Taxes and other revenues - percent of GDP 20.3% GOVERNMENT & POLITICS IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 233 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Government & politics in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Burkina Faso's government and legal structure matters for visas, ID, tax residence, and later naturalization. The immigration authority in our records is Police Nationale Burkina Faso. Confirm current forms and fees on https://police-nationale.gov.bf/. In the planning dataset, permanent residence is listed at 10 years of qualifying stay; dual citizenship is listed as restricted. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort Early practical steps people actually use in Burkina Faso include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Identity & names; Political system; Capital & time; International role. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: GOVERNMENT & POLITICS IDENTITY & NAMES Show 8 8 facts — expand for details. Full Country Name none Country Name Burkina Faso Local - Long none Local - Short Burkina Faso Former Name Upper Volta, Republic of Upper Volta Etymology- history of name name translates as "Land of the Honest (Incorruptible) Men" Independence 5 August 1960 (from France) National Holiday Republic Day, 11 December (1958); note - commemorates the day that Upper Volta became an autonomous republic in the French Community POLITICAL SYSTEM Show 10 10 facts — expand for details. Government Type presidential republic Constitution * history: several previous; latest approved by referendum 2 June 1991, adopted 11 June 1991, temporarily suspended late October to mid-November 2014; initial draft of a new constitution to usher in the new republic was completed in January 2017 and a final draft was submitted to the government in December 2017; a constitutional referendum originally scheduled for adoption in March 2019 was postponed; on 1 March 2022 a transition charter was adopted, allowing military authorities to rule for three years and barring the transitional president from being an electoral candidate after the transition * amendments: proposed by the president, by a majority of National Assembly membership, or by petition of at least 30,000 eligible voters submitted to the Assembly; passage requires at least three-fourths majority vote in the Assembly; failure to meet that threshold requires majority voter approval in a referendum; constitutional provisions on the form of government, the multiparty system, and national sovereignty cannot be amended; amended several times Legal System: civil law based on the French model and customary law; in mid-2019, the National Assembly amended the penal code Executive Branch: * chief of state: transitional President Capt. Ibrahim TRAORE (since 30 September 2022); note - on 30 September 2022, a military junta, led by TRAORE, took power and ousted Transition President Lt. Col. Paul-Henri Sandaogo DAMIBA and took over as head of the Patriotic Movement for Safeguard and Restoration * head of government: Prime Minister Joachim KYLEM DE TAMBELA (since 21 October 2022); note - transitional President TRAORE appointed KYLEM DE TAMBELA Prime Minister on 21 October 2022; the position had been vacant since 30 September 2022 when the military ousted former Prime Minister Albert OUEDRAOGO * cabinet: prior to the 2022 coups and adhoc suspension of laws and constitutional provisions, Council of Ministers appointed by the president on the recommendation of the prime minister * elections/appointments: prior to the 2022 coups and adhoc suspension of laws and constitutional provisions, president directly elected by absolute majority popular vote in 2 rounds if needed for a 5-year term (eligible for a second term); last held on 22 November 2020 (next were to be held by July 2024, but may be delayed by the transitional government due to security concerns); prime minister appointed by the president with consent of the National Assembly * election results: 2020: Roch Marc Christian KABORE reelected president in first round; percent of vote - Roch Marc Christian KABORE (MPP) 57.9%, Eddie KOMBOIGO (CDP) 15.5%, Zephirin DIABRE (UPC) 12.5%, other 14.1% 2015: Roch Marc Christian KABORE elected president in first round; percent of vote - Roch Marc Christian KABORE (MPP) 53.5%, Zephirin DIABRE (UPC) 29.6%, Tahirou BARRY (PAREN) 3.1%, Benewende Stanislas SANKARA (UNIR-MS) 2.8%, other 10.9% Legislative Branch: * Description: prior to the 2022 coups and adhoc suspension of laws and constitutional provisions, unicameral National Assembly (127 seats; 111 members directly elected in 13 multi-seat constituencies by party-list proportional representation vote and 26 members elected in a nationwide constituency by proportional representation vote; members serve 5-year terms); 71-member Transitional Legislative Assembly (ALT) appointed by the military junta in 2022 indefinitely replaced the National Assembly * Elections: last held on 22 November 2020 (next were to be held by July 2024, but may be delayed by the transitional government due to security concerns) * Election Results: percent of vote by party - MPP 34.6%, CDP 13.3%, UPC 10.2%, NTD 5.6%, other 36.3%; seats by party - MPP 56, CDP 20, NTD 13, UPC 12, other 26; composition as of October 2021 - men 119, women 8, percent of women 6.3% Judicial Branch: * office: Supreme Court judge appointments mostly controlled by the president of Burkina Faso; judges have no term limits; Council of State judge appointment and tenure NA; Constitutional Council judges appointed by the president of Burkina Faso upon the proposal of the minister of justice and the president of the National Assembly; judges appointed for 9-year terms with one-third of membership renewed every 3 years * subordinate courts: Appeals Court; High Court; first instance tribunals; district courts; specialized courts relating to issues of labor, children, and juveniles; village (customary) courts Regions or States: 13 regions Boucle du Mouhoun, Cascades, Centre, Centre-Est, Centre-Nord, Centre-Ouest, Centre-Sud, Est, Hauts-Bassins, Nord, Plateau-Central, Sahel, Sud-Ouest Political Parties and Leaders: * Act Together [Kadre OUEDRAOGO] * African Democratic Rally/Alliance for Democracy and Federation or ADF/RDA [Gilbert Noel OUEDRAOGO] * Congress for Democracy and Progress or CDP [Eddie KOMBOIGO] * Convergence for Progress and Solidarity-Generation 3 or CPS-G3 Movement for the Future Burkina Faso or MBF National Convention for Progress or CNP New Era for Democracy or NTD [Vincent DABILGOU] * Pan-African Alliance for Refoundation or APR Party for Democracy and Socialism/Metba or PDS/Metba [Philippe OUEDRAOGO] * Party for Development and Change or PDC [Aziz SEREME] * Patriotic Rally for Integrity or RPI Peoples Movement for Progress or MPP [Roch Marc Christian KABORE] * Progressives United for Renewal or PUR Union for Progress and Reform or UPC [Zephirin DIABRE] * Union for Rebirth - Sankarist Party or UNIR-PS [Benewende Stanislas SANKARA] * Note: only parties with seats in the National Assembly included Suffrage: 18 years of age; universal Citizenship Criteria: * birth: no citizenship by descent * only: at least one parent must be a citizen of Burkina Faso dual citizenship * recognized: yes residency requirement for * naturalization: 10 years CAPITAL & TIME Hide Capital Name Ouagadougou Capital - geographic coordinate 12 22 N, 1 31 W Capital Time Difference UTC 0 (5 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time) INTERNATIONAL ROLE Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. International Organization Participation: * ACP * AfDB * AU (suspended) * CD * EITI (compliant country) * Entente * FAO * FZ * G-77 * IAEA * IBRD * ICAO * ICC (NGOs) * ICCt * ICRM * IDA * IDB * IFAD * IFC * IFRCS * ILO * IMF * Interpol * IOC * IOM * IPU * ISO * ITSO * ITU * ITUC (NGOs) * MIGA * MINUSCA * MONUSCO * NAM * OIC * OIF * OPCW * PCA * UN * UNCTAD * UNESCO * UNIDO * UNISFA * UNITAR * UNMISS * UNOOSA * UNWTO * UPU * WADB (regional) * WAEMU * WCO * WFTU (NGOs) * WHO * WIPO * WMO * WTO International Law Organization Participation: has not submitted an ICJ jurisdiction declaration; accepts ICCt jurisdiction Diplomatic Representation from US: * Chief of Mission: Ambassador (vacant); Chargé d'Affaires Eric WHITAKER (since January 2024) * Embassy: Secteur 15, Ouaga 2000, Avenue Sembene Ousmane, Rue 15.873, Ouagadougou * Mailing Address: AmEmbassy Ouagadougou, Department of State, 2440 Ouagadougou Place, Washington, DC 20521-2440 [tel:205212440] * Telephone: (226) 25-49-53-00 [tel:22625495300] * FAX: (226) 25-49-56-23 [tel:22625495623] * Email: AmembOuaga@state.gov * Website: https://bf.usembassy.gov/ [https://bf.usembassy.gov/] Diplomatic Representation in the US: * Chief of Mission: Ambassador (vacant); Chargé d'Affaires Jean-Baptiste GAGRE (since 31 July 2023) * Chancery: 2340 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 * Telephone: [1] (202) 332-5577 [tel:2023325577] * FAX: [1] (202) 667-1882 [tel:2026671882] * Email: contact@burkina-usa.org * Website: https://burkina-usa.org/ [https://burkina-usa.org/] GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 159 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Geography & environment in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Burkina Faso's capital is Ouagadougou in Western Africa, Africa. Traffic keeps to the right. Geography here is for settlement planning: climate, distance to work, and which city you can actually afford, not a travel brochure. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Location & size; Physical geography; Climate & time; Climate; Environment. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT LOCATION & SIZE Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Geographic Location Africa Geographic Coordinates 13 00 N, 2 00 W Total Area 105,869 Square Miles 274,200 Square Kilometers Land Area 105,714 Square Miles 273,800 Square Kilometers Water Area 154 Square Miles 400 Square Kilometers Land Boundaries 1,984 Miles 3,193 Kilometers Border Countries Benin 306 km, Cote d'Ivoire 584 km, Ghana 549 km, Mali 1,000 km, Niger 628 km, Togo 126 km PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Terrain Mostly flat to dissected, undulating plains; hills in the west and southeast Highest Point 749 Meters Highest Point Location Tena Kourou 749 m Lowest Point 200 Meters Lowest Point Location Mouhoun (Black Volta) River 200 m Natural Resources Manganese, limestone, marble small deposits of gold, antimony, copper, nickel, bauxite, lead, phosphates, zinc, silver Irrigated Land 97 Square Miles 250 Square Kilometers CLIMATE & TIME Hide Time Zone UTC 0 (5 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time) CLIMATE Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Climate Burkina Faso's climate is sunny, hot, dry, and dusty. The hot season is from mid-February to June, when maximum temperatures exceed 104°F in the shade. The rainy season typically lasts from June to September. The first rains, called the mango rains, usually begin in May/June and provide some relief from the heat and dust. Annual rainfall ranges from about 10 inches in the extreme north to nearly 40 inches in the south. Temperatures begin to moderate in late September/early October as the rainy season winds down. Mid-November to mid-February is the cool season with high temperatures in the 80s and lows in the 60s. The Harmattan, a hot, dust-laden wind from the Sahara, often blows in January and February, leading to reduced visibility and temporarily unpleasant living conditions. Terrain Mostly flat to dissected, undulating plains; hills in the west and southeast Location Western Africa, north of Ghana Total Area 105,869 Square Miles 274,200 Square Kilometers Border Countries Benin 306 km, Cote d'Ivoire 584 km, Ghana 549 km, Mali 1,000 km, Niger 628 km, Togo 126 km ENVIRONMENT Hide Environment - Current Issues * Recent droughts and desertification severely affecting agricultural activities, population distribution, and the economy * overgrazing * soil degradation * deforestation Environment - International Agreements Party To: Biodiversity, Climate Change, Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol, Desertification, Endangered Species, Hazardous Wastes, Law of the Sea, Marine Life Conservation, Ozone Layer Protection, Wetlands signed, but not ratified: none of the selected agreements TRADE IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 162 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Trade in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Trade figures for Burkina Faso help explain which industries hire, which ports matter, and how imported goods show up in grocery prices. Settlements and contracts usually run in XOF. They are not a visa pathway. Work permission still depends on the destination's immigration rules. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Trade overview; Trading partners; Partners (summary). Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: TRADE TRADE OVERVIEW Show 4 4 facts — expand for details. Exports $2,771,000,000 (USD) Imports $2,872,000,000 (USD) Major Exports Gold, cotton, livestock Major Imports Capital goods, foodstuffs, petroleum TRADING PARTNERS Hide Top Export Partners Switzerland 53.3%, India 14.5% Top Import Partners Côte d'Ivoire 23.1%, France 11.1%, Togo 7.5%, China 4.8%, Ghana 4.6% PARTNERS (SUMMARY) Hide Export Partners Switzerland 53.3%, India 14.5% Import Partners Côte d'Ivoire 23.1%, France 11.1%, Togo 7.5%, China 4.8%, Ghana 4.6% TRAVEL & SAFETY IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 238 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Travel & safety in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Safety in Burkina Faso is local. Neighbourhood, night transport, and documentation checks matter more than a single country score. Tap water is listed as generally safe in the planning dataset. Healthcare system type: Limited. Immigrant health access note: None. Health coverage waiting period in the dataset: -1 days. Read current travel advice from your origin government before you book. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort Early practical steps people actually use in Burkina Faso include: Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel; Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required; Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps; Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels. Treat the list as a reminder, not a filing checklist. When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Before you travel; Crime & law; Health & roads. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: TRAVEL & SAFETY BEFORE YOU TRAVEL Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Country Description Burkina Faso, previously known as Upper Volta, is a landlocked, developing country in the Sahel region of West Africa. Its capital is Ouagadougou. Burkina Faso is a former French colony; the official language is French. With a population of nearly 17 million, it is one of the world’s least-developed countries, and its infrastructure for tourism is limited. Safety & Security U.S. citizens traveling to, and residing in, Burkina Faso are urged to exercise caution and maintain a high level of security awareness at all times. Roadside banditry and other violent crimes sometimes occur in Burkina Faso, especially in remote and border areas. U.S. citizens should exercise caution when traveling along the northern areas of the country near the Mali and Niger borders. The Sahel region of Burkina Faso is extremely remote, and the ability of both the Government of Burkina Faso and the Embassy to render assistance in the event of an emergency there is limited. The U.S. Embassy has placed restrictions on official government travel on the road stretching from Djibo to Dori, and to all areas north. While there have been no known terrorist incidents (bombings, hijackings, or kidnappings) directed against foreigners in Burkina Faso, it is prudent to be aware of events occurring in neighboring countries. Burkina Faso shares a border with Mali. On January 11, 2013, the Malian military launched military operations against terrorist groups that have been in control of northern Mali. As a result, terrorist groups have stepped up their rhetoric calling for additional attacks or kidnappings against Westerners, particularly against those countries which support international military intervention in Mali. The al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) terrorist organization and their affiliates could therefore target Westerners in Burkina Faso, especially in the regions of the north near Mali and Niger. Ouagadougou occasionally experiences demonstrations and civil unrest. Although most demonstrations are generally peaceful, there have been incidents of violence, looting, and destruction of property. Instances may arise where the best safe course of action is to shelter temporarily in place. U.S. citizens should remain informed of current developments, avoid crowds political gatherings, and street demonstrations, even if these appear to be peaceful. CRIME & LAW Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Crime Crime in Burkina Faso poses some measure of risk for visitors. Recent incidents of violent crime against visitors have included harassment, robbery, sexual assault, and rape. Non-violent crimes directed against visitors have been theft, burglary, and various confidence scams. Most reported incidents involve purse-snatchers, pickpockets, and street scam artists who target wallets, jewelry, cell phones, and other valuables. Thieves are especially active during international meetings or events which draw large crowds to the capital. The areas near and around the U.N. Circle, Avenue Kwame N’Krumah, and the Central Market in Ouagadougou experience the highest incidence of street crime. Travelers should stay alert, remain in groups, and avoid poorly lit areas. Be especially cautious at night when most reported incidents have taken place. Although violent criminals typically operate at night, there have been daytime attacks. Several attacks have been directed at intercity public buses. U.S. citizen travelers should avoid all intercity and highway travel at night. It is best to check the Embassy website for the latest security information before setting out on your journey. Perpetrators of business fraud often target foreigners, including U.S. citizens. Recent scams that have victimized U.S. citizens have taken many forms, including fraudulent transactions for gold and antiquities. Such fraud schemes are now prevalent throughout West Africa, including Burkina Faso. The scams pose a danger of both financial loss and physical harm. A typical indicator of a business scam is the demand for advance payments on contracts. Persons contemplating business deals in Burkina Faso should contact the commercial section of the U.S. Embassy in Ouagadougou if they have any doubts about the legitimacy of a potential business client or partner. Normally, fraud schemes begin with an unsolicited communication (usually by e-mail) from an unknown individual who describes a situation that promises quick financial gain, often by assisting in the transfer of a large sum of money or gold dust out of the country. A series of "advance fees" must then be paid in order to conclude the transaction. In fact, the final payoff does not exist; the purpose of the scam is simply to collect the advance fees. Common variations of this scheme involve individuals claiming to be refugees, victims of various African conflicts, or former political leaders in need of help in transferring large sums of money. Sometimes perpetrators manage to induce victims to provide bank account and credit card information, and financial authorizations that allow them to incur large debts against the victim’s credit. In some instances, victims have lost their life savings. The best way to avoid becoming a victim of advance-fee fraud is common sense. If a proposition looks too good to be true, it probably is. Research thoroughly any unsolicited business proposal originating from Burkina Faso or any other source before committing funds, providing goods or services, or undertaking travel. Do not purchase counterfeit and pirated goods such as CDs, DVDs, or computer software even if they are widely available. Not only are the bootlegs illegal in the United States, but if purchased, you may also be breaking local law. Criminal Penalties While you are traveling in Burkina Faso, you are subject to its laws. Foreign laws and legal systems can be vastly different than our own. You may be taken in for questioning if you do not have your passport with you. In Burkina Faso, it is illegal to take pictures of certain buildings. Criminal penalties will vary from country to country; in some places driving under the influence could land you immediately in jail. There are also some things that might be legal in Burkina Faso, but still illegal in the United States, and you can be prosecuted under U.S. law if you buy pirated goods. Engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is prosecutable in the United States. If you break the law in Burkina Faso, your U.S. passport won’t help you avoid arrest or prosecution. It’s very important to know what is legal and what is not wherever you go. Persons violating Burkina Faso’s laws, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Burkina Faso can be severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines. Based on the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, bilateral agreements with certain countries, and customary international law, if you are arrested in Burkina Faso you have the option to request that the police, prison officials, or other authorities alert the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate of your arrest, and to have communications from you forwarded to the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Burkina Faso is not a party to a bilateral agreement that requires mandatory notification. HEALTH & ROADS Show 2 2 facts — expand for details. Medical Facilities Medical facilities and emergency hospital care are very limited and of poor quality, particularly in areas outside of Ouagadougou. Emergency response services, such as ambulances, are in very short supply, poorly equipped, and in many regions simply nonexistent. Some medicines are available through local pharmacies, though supplies can be limited and quality is inconsistent. Travelers requiring specific medicines should bring an adequate supply for the duration of their stay in Burkina Faso. Malaria is a serious risk to travelers in Burkina Faso and can be fatal. Current medications recommended for malaria prophylaxis include Lariam (Mefloquin), Malarone (Atovaguone/Proguanil) and Doxcycline. Travelers who become ill with a fever or flu-like illness while traveling in a malaria-risk area and up to one year after returning home should seek prompt medical attention and tell the physician their travel history and what anti-malarial drugs they have been taking. For additional information on malaria, including protective measures, please visit the CDC’s website. There are vaccines not routinely given in the United States that are strongly advised before traveling to Burkina Faso. Meningitis and Yellow Fever are endemic in Burkina Faso, and cases are most frequent during the drier, dustier months of January through June. Travelers should confirm their meningitis inoculation is up to date. Tuberculosis remains a considerable health concern in Burkina Faso. Traffic Safety While in Burkina Faso, you will encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information which follows is for general reference only, and may not be applicable in a particular location or circumstance within Burkina Faso. Travelers should exercise great caution when traveling by road in Burkina Faso. While major urban and intercity roads are paved, they can be narrow and full of potholes. Dirt roads are common, even in large cities. Vehicles will often enter oncoming traffic to pass or maneuver around obstacles. Broken-down vehicles may be abandoned on the road. Rural roads outside of major arteries are often in poor condition and roadside assistance is not available. Some rural roads are impassible in the rainy season. Livestock and children may dart onto the road without warning. Road travel at night is especially dangerous and should be avoided. At night, there is a high volume of truck traffic passing through the country, and pedestrians, bicycles, and donkey carts pose a major hazard on unlit, unmarked roads. Vehicles are often dangerously overloaded and poorly maintained. Drivers, including motorcyclists and bicyclists, are at times careless. The police rarely enforce traffic laws and are virtually absent from rural roads. Emergency services in case of accidents are scarce, underequipped, and practically nonexistent in most rural areas. Caution is urged while using any form of public transportation to travel by road, and travelers should remain aware of their personal belongings at all times. INFRASTRUCTURE IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 162 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. Infrastructure in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. Infrastructure in Burkina Faso affects commute time, remote work, and whether a city is livable in the first 90 days. Typical internet speed in the dataset is 3 Mbps. Airports, rail, and roads on this page are inventory, not a promise that your neighbourhood is well served. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: Transportation; Communications; Energy. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: INFRASTRUCTURE TRANSPORTATION Show 5 5 facts — expand for details. Airports - total 23 Airports with Paved Runways 2 Railways 386 Miles 622 Kilometers Roadways- total 9,490 Miles 15,272 Kilometers Ports and Terminals None COMMUNICATIONS Show 7 7 facts — expand for details. Telephones 167,000 Cell Phones 1,610,000 Internet Users 80,000 Internet Country Code .bf Internet Hosts 1,877 Broadcast Media * 2 TV stations - 1 state-owned and 1 privately owned * state-owned radio runs a national and regional network * a substantial number of privately owned radio stations * transmissions of several international broadcasters available in Ouagadougou Telephone System * Assessment: system includes microwave radio relay, open-wire, and radiotelephone communication stations; in 2006 the government sold a 51 percent stake in the national telephone company and ultimately plans to retain only a 23 percent stake in the company * Domestic: fixed-line connections stand at less than 1 per 100 persons; mobile-cellular usage, fostered by multiple providers, is increasing rapidly from a low base * International: country code - 226; satellite earth station - 1 Intelsat (Atlantic Ocean) ENERGY Hide Electricity Consumption- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 568,800,000 Electricity Production- Kilowatt Hours (kWh) 611,600,000 Oil Consumption- Barrels Per Day (bbl/day) 9,960 NATIONAL SYMBOLS IN BURKINA FASO: PLANNING NOTES 145 words of country-specific briefing for moving to Burkina Faso. Figures that affect visas or tax should still be checked on official sites. National symbols in Burkina Faso for people weighing a move, not a tourist recap. The notes below use Burkina Faso-specific planning fields. Detailed profile figures sit in the Key facts section under this topic. National symbols for Burkina Faso are background for civic life and ceremonies. They do not change visa rules. Use the government and visa pages for status, work, and stay conditions. Burkina Faso, a landlocked country, is located in the middle of West Africa's \"hump.\" Covering 274,000 square kilometers. Burkina Faso is bordered on the north and west by Mali, on the nort When a number on this page could change a visa or tax outcome, open https://police-nationale.gov.bf/ (Police Nationale Burkina Faso) and match the current instruction. MigrantIQ is a planning aid, not a government filing system. Key facts for this topic cover: National anthem. Expand each card for the structured figures. KEY FACTS: NATIONAL SYMBOLS NATIONAL ANTHEM Show 3 3 facts — expand for details. Anthem History "Une Seule Nuit" was adopted when the country changed its name from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso. Anthem Lyrics "Une Seule Nuit" (One Single Night) Contre la férule humiliante il y a déjà mille ans, La rapacité venue de loin les asservir il y a cent ans. Contre la cynique malice métamorphosée En néocolonialisme et ses petits servants locaux Beaucoup flanchèrent et certains résistèrent. Mais les échecs, les succès, la sueur, le sang Ont fortifié notre peuple courageux et fertilisé sa lutte héroïque. CHORUS: Et une seule nuit a rassemblée en elle L'histoire de tout un peuple. Et une seule nuit a déclenché sa marche triomphale Vers l'horizon du bonheur. Une seule nuit a réconcilié notre peuple Avec tous les peuples du monde, A la conquête de la liberté et du progrès La patrie ou la mort, nous vaincrons. Nourris à la source vive de la Révolution. Les engagés volontaires de la liberté et de la paix Dans l'énergie nocturne et salutaire du 4 août N'avaient pas que les armes à la main, mais aussi et surtout La flamme au coeur pour legitimement libérer Le Faso à jamais des fers de tous ceux qui Çà et, là en poluaient l'âme sacrée de l'indépendance, de la souveraineté. CHORUS Et séant désormais en sa dignité recouvrée L'amour et l'honneur en partage avec l'humanité, Le peuple du Burkina chante un hymne à la victoire, A la gloire du travail libérateur, émancipateur. A bas l'explotation de l'homme par l'homme! Hé en avant pour le bonheur de tout homme, Par tous les hommes aujourd'hui et demain, par tous les hommes ici et pour toujours! CHORUS Révolution populaire notre sève nourricière. Maternité immortelle du progrès à visage d'homme. Foyer éternel de démocratie consensuelle, Où enfin l'identité nationale a droit de cité, Où pour toujours l'injustice perd ses quartiers, Et où, des mains des bâtisseurs d'un monde radieux Mûrissent partout les moissons de væux patriotiques, brillent les soleils infins de joie. CHORUS Anthem Lyrics English One Single Night Against the humiliating bondage of a thousand years Rapacity came from afar to subjugate them for a hundred years. Against the cynical malice in the shape Of neo-colonialism and its petty local servants. Many gave in and certain others resisted. But the frustrations, the successes, the sweat, the blood Have fortified our courageous people and fertilized its heroic struggle. CHORUS: And one single night has drawn together The history of an entire people, And one single night has launched its triumphal march. Towards the horizon of good fortune. One single night has brought together our people With all the peoples of the World, In the acquisition of liberty and progress. Motherland or death, we shall conquer. Nourished in the lively source of the Revolution, The volunteers for liberty and peace With their nocturnal and beneficial energies of the 4 of August Had not only hand arms, but also and above all The flame in their hearts lawfully to free Faso forever from the fetters of those who Here and there were polluting the sacred soul of independence and sovereignty. CHORUS And seated henceforth in rediscovered dignity, Love and honor partnered with humanity, The people of Burkina sing a victory hymn To the glory of the work of liberation and emancipation. Down with exploitation of man by man! Forward for the good of every man By all men of today and tomorrow, by every man here and always! CHORUS Popular revolution our nourishing sap. Undying motherhood of progress in the face of man. Eternal hearth of agreed democracy, Where at last national identity has the right of freedom. Where injustice has lost its place forever, And where from the hands of builders of a glorious world Everywhere the harvests of patriotic vows ripen and suns of boundless joy shine. CHORUS SOURCES & REFERENCES FOR BURKINA FASO Country data is a planning aid. Official government sources override MigrantIQ summaries for immigration, legal, tax, health, and emergency rules. * MigrantIQ country profile Summary profile maintained for planning. Last updated 2026-05-07. * World Bank and public data sources Used for economic and country-level indicators where available. * Numbeo and public cost datasets Used for cost-of-living signals for Burkina Faso where available. FOREIGN EMBASSIES IN BURKINA FASO 37 active diplomatic missions in our directory. Sample listings below. * Consulate of Gambia in Bobodioulasso, Burkinafaso [/embassies/mission/gambia-the-in-burkina-faso-bobodioulasso-consulate/] — 🇬🇲 Gambia, Bobodioulasso * Consulate General of India in Ouagadougou, Burkinafaso [/embassies/mission/india-in-burkina-faso-ouagadougou-consulate-general/] — 🇮🇳 India, Ouagadougou * Consulate of Netherlands in Ouagadougou, Burkinafaso [/embassies/mission/netherlands-in-burkina-faso-ouagadougou-consulate/] — 🇳🇱 Netherlands, Ouagadougou * Embassy of Algeria in Ouagadougou, Burkinafaso [/embassies/mission/algeria-in-burkina-faso-ouagadougou-embassy/] — 🇩🇿 Algeria, Ouagadougou * Embassy of Belgium in Ouagadougou, Burkinafaso [/embassies/mission/belgium-in-burkina-faso-ouagadougou-embassy/] — 🇧🇪 Belgium, Ouagadougou Browse all embassies in Burkina Faso → [/embassies/in/burkina-faso/] Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. YesNo Summarize this page with AI Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode. Ask AI ↗ Not affiliated with any AI platform. Always verify immigration rules on official government sites. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT MOVING TO BURKINA FASO WHAT ARE THE MAIN LANGUAGES SPOKEN IN BURKINA FASO? The official language is French, but many local languages are spoken, including Mossi, Dioula, and Fulfulde. Learning basic phrases in these languages can enhance your experience. HOW IS THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM IN BURKINA FASO? The healthcare system in Burkina Faso is limited, with fewer facilities in rural areas. It's advisable to secure health insurance and understand how to access medical services. WHAT SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT SAFETY IN BURKINA FASO? Safety can vary by region in Burkina Faso. Keep checking local conditions and follow travel advisories from your government. 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