ChinaBurkina Faso: Visa required

ChinaBurkina Faso

Do China passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Visa required

Yes. China passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Burkina Faso.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: visaburkina.bf (checked July 21, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance11,364 km, straight line (~13h 52m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Burkina Faso12 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Burkina Faso passport holders visiting China: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do China passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Yes. China passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Burkina Faso.

How far is Burkina Faso from China?

About 11,364 km in a straight line, roughly ~13h 52m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Burkina Faso?

West African CFA franc (XOF).

What is the emergency number in Burkina Faso?

112 / 17 / 18.

What time zone is Burkina Faso in?

Ouagadougou (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Ouagadougou?

Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport (OUA), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter Burkina Faso without a visa?

12 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Burkina Faso visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can China passport holders visit without a visa instead of Burkina Faso?

Liberia, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Cape Verde.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About China

China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a country in East Asia. It is divided into 33 province-level divisions, including two special administrative regions. Beijing is the capital, while Shanghai is the most populous city by urban area. Its geography features the Central Plain, major rivers such as the Yangtze and Yellow River, deserts, subtropical and temperate forests, plateaus, and mountain ranges such as the Himalayas. It is the world's second-most populous country after India, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion. Covering 9.6 million square kilometers (3,700,000 sq mi), it is the third largest country by area.

CapitalBeijing

RegionEastern Asia

Population1.4B

Area9,706,961 km²

CurrencyChinese yuan (1 USD ≈ 6.69 CNY)

LanguagesChinese

Calling code+86

Drives on theright

TimezoneShanghai (UTC+8)

Nearest airportBeijing Capital International Airport (PEK), 27 km

Emergency number110 / 119 / 120

UNESCO sites84

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$13,862 (2025)

Tourist arrivals30.4M (2020)

Climate in Beijing

Warmest June, coolest December, driest December, sunniest April. Best time to visit: June.

Monthly climate normals for Beijing, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.1°C	-6.1°C	3mm	243h
February	6.7°C	-4.2°C	25mm	236h
March	15.4°C	-0.1°C	14mm	308h
April	21.6°C	6.9°C	9mm	323h
May	27.6°C	14.1°C	27mm	278h
June	33°C	20.2°C	26mm	307h
July	30.7°C	20.6°C	100mm	273h
August	30.3°C	21.2°C	255mm	257h
September	26.1°C	15.3°C	47mm	292h
October	18.9°C	6.1°C	6mm	289h
November	10.8°C	0.2°C	31mm	231h
December	2.2°C	-7.2°C	1mm	258h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

China is one of the world's oldest civilizations. Its long and rich history is present in people's thinking and values, and in the art, architecture, and feats of engineering that remain from dynasties past. In addition to its bustling and futuristic cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen, China boasts an incredible array of breathtaking natural wonders like the karst landscapes of Guilin and granite peaks of Huangshan that have inspired painters and poets for generations.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient Building Complex in the Wudang Mountains
Ancient City of Ping Yao
Ancient Villages in Southern Anhui - Xidi and Hongcun
Badain Jaran Desert
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Guia
Capital Cities and Tombs of the Ancient Koguryo Kingdom
Casa Garden
Central Axis of Beijing
Chengde Mountain Resort and its outlying temples
Chengjiang Fossil Site

Upcoming public holidays

September 25, 2026中秋节

October 1, 2026国庆节

January 1, 2027元旦

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About Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa. It is bordered by Mali to the northwest, Niger to the northeast, Benin to the southeast, Togo and Ghana to the south, and Ivory Coast to the southwest. It covers an area of 274,223 km2 (105,878 sq mi). In 2024, the country had an estimated population of approximately 23,286,000. Its citizens are known as Burkinabes, and its capital and largest city is Ouagadougou.

CapitalOuagadougou

RegionWestern Africa

Population24.1M

Area272,967 km²

CurrencyWest African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XOF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+226

Drives on theright

TimezoneOuagadougou (UTC+0)

Nearest airportOuagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport (OUA), 2 km

Emergency number112 / 17 / 18

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$1,148 (2025)

Tourist arrivals67K (2020)

Climate in Ouagadougou

Warmest April, coolest January, driest January, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Ouagadougou, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	33.1°C	17.7°C	0mm	337h
February	35.2°C	19.3°C	0mm	316h
March	39°C	24.5°C	0mm	318h
April	39.6°C	27.9°C	0mm	313h
May	38°C	27.9°C	7mm	326h
June	35.1°C	25.9°C	10mm	324h
July	31.4°C	23.8°C	148mm	300h
August	29°C	23°C	241mm	229h
September	30.3°C	22.7°C	135mm	273h
October	33.5°C	22.4°C	35mm	330h
November	34.4°C	19.1°C	0mm	323h
December	35°C	19.2°C	0mm	326h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa. Burkina Faso is one of the friendliest countries in all of Africa. Until unrest began in the late 2010s that made travel to the country unsafe, it received only a few tourists per year, and was an excellent destination for anyone interested in seeing a beautiful West African country and exploring African culture and music. It offers a diverse traditional culture, history, tribal art and a variety of landscapes.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient ferrous metallurgy sites of Burkina Faso
Royal Court of Tiébélé
Ruins of Loropéni
W-Arly-Pendjari Complex

Upcoming public holidays

October 31, 2026Martyrs' Day

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

December 11, 2026Proclamation of Independence Day

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