IranBurkina Faso: Visa required

IranBurkina Faso

Do Iran passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Visa required

Yes. Iran 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

Distance5,887 km, straight line (~7h 26m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Burkina Faso12 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Burkina Faso passport holders visiting Iran: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near Burkina Faso

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Frequently asked questions

Do Iran passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?

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

How far is Burkina Faso from Iran?

About 5,887 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 26m 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 Iran passport holders visit without a visa instead of Burkina Faso?

Liberia, Sierra Leone.

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 Iran

Iran, officially the Islamic Republic of Iran, and historically known as Persia, is a country in West Asia. It borders Iraq to the west, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Armenia to the northwest, the Caspian Sea to the north, Turkmenistan to the northeast, Afghanistan to the east, Pakistan to the southeast, and the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf to the south. With a population of over 92 million, Iran ranks 17th globally in both geographic size and population. It is divided into five regions with 31 provinces. Tehran is the nation's capital and largest city and serves as its primary economic center.

CapitalTehran

RegionSouthern Asia

Population92.4M

Area1,648,195 km²

CurrencyIranian rial (1 USD ≈ 1736662.96 IRR)

LanguagesPersian (Farsi)

Calling code+98

Drives on theright

TimezoneTehran (UTC+3:30)

Nearest airportMehrabad International Airport (THR), 12 km

Emergency number110 / 115 / 125

UNESCO sites38

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$3,924 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.6M (2020)

Climate in Tehran

Warmest July, coolest January, driest June, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Tehran, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8°C	-0.7°C	32mm	255h
February	11.6°C	1.6°C	98mm	243h
March	16.9°C	6.4°C	50mm	278h
April	19°C	9.3°C	103mm	298h
May	29.5°C	17.2°C	16mm	379h
June	35.6°C	22.6°C	0mm	392h
July	36.6°C	25.5°C	1mm	396h
August	35.1°C	23.6°C	0mm	393h
September	31.1°C	19.8°C	2mm	335h
October	23.6°C	12.1°C	18mm	324h
November	15.1°C	7.9°C	90mm	212h
December	8.4°C	1.4°C	42mm	242h

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

Iran, formerly Persia, can be considered part of the Middle East or Central Asia; indeed the Persian Empire was the dominant Central Asian power for many centuries. The wellspring of one of the world's great civilizations, Iran is a country of striking natural beauty and gorgeous tiled mosques. Once the centre of a pro-Western monarchy, it became an Islamic Republic in 1979, a modern Islamic theocracy whose laws are based on Ja'fari Shia Islam, and since then, its history has been tumultuous.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Alamūt Castle and Related Fortifications
Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran
Bam
Bam Citadel
Behistun
Chogha Zanbil
Cultural Landscape of Hawraman/Uramanat
Dasht-e Lut
Ecbatana
Golestan Palace

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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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