Côte d’IvoireEl Salvador: Visa required

Côte d’IvoireEl Salvador

Do Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need a visa for El Salvador?

Visa required

Yes. Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to El Salvador.

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

Source: rree.gob.sv (checked March 6, 2021).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance9,348 km, straight line (~11h 30m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to El Salvador130 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? El Salvador passport holders visiting Côte d’Ivoire: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near El Salvador

Côte d’Ivoire passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Côte d’Ivoire passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need a visa for El Salvador?

Yes. Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to El Salvador.

How far is El Salvador from Côte d’Ivoire?

About 9,348 km in a straight line, roughly ~11h 30m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in El Salvador?

United States dollar (USD).

What is the emergency number in El Salvador?

911 / 913.

What time zone is El Salvador in?

El Salvador (UTC-6).

What is the nearest airport to San Salvador?

Ilopango International Airport (ILS), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter El Salvador without a visa?

130 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter El Salvador visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Côte d’Ivoire passport holders visit without a visa instead of El Salvador?

Haiti.

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.