Northern Mariana IslandsBurkina Faso: Not admitted

Northern Mariana IslandsBurkina Faso

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Not admitted

Entry to Burkina Faso is generally not permitted for United States passport holders under current policy.

Entry is generally not permitted on this passport under current policy.

Northern Mariana Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United States passport. See the United States passport.

Source: travel.yahoo.com (checked September 12, 2026).

RequirementNot admitted

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance15,288 km, straight line (~18h 29m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Burkina Faso12 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Burkina Faso passport holders visiting Northern Mariana Islands: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Burkina Faso?

Entry to Burkina Faso is generally not permitted for United States passport holders under current policy.

How far is Burkina Faso from Northern Mariana Islands?

About 15,288 km in a straight line, roughly ~18h 29m 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 United States passport holders visit without a visa instead of Burkina Faso?

Liberia, Sierra Leone, São Tomé and Príncipe, 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 Northern Mariana Islands

The Northern Mariana Islands, officially the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), is an unincorporated territory and commonwealth of the United States consisting of the 14 northern islands of the Mariana Archipelago in the northwestern Pacific Ocean. The southernmost, Guam, is a separate U.S. territory. The Northern Mariana Islands were listed by the United Nations as a non-self-governing territory until 1990.

CapitalSaipan

RegionMicronesia

Population43.5K

Area464 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesCarolinian, Chamorro, English

Calling code+1670

Drives on theright

TimezoneSaipan (UTC+10)

Nearest airportSaipan International Airport (SPN), 9 km

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$23,786 (2022)

Tourist arrivals487K (2019)

Climate in Saipan

Warmest June, coolest February, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, December.

Monthly climate normals for Saipan, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28°C	25.3°C	68mm	327h
February	27.6°C	24.6°C	89mm	302h
March	28.5°C	25.1°C	57mm	349h
April	29.4°C	25.8°C	64mm	360h
May	30.3°C	26.5°C	48mm	378h
June	30.5°C	26.9°C	74mm	364h
July	29.9°C	26.5°C	139mm	373h
August	30°C	26.5°C	165mm	345h
September	29.7°C	26.3°C	248mm	282h
October	29.2°C	26°C	279mm	317h
November	29.5°C	26.5°C	126mm	314h
December	28.8°C	26.2°C	83mm	320h

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

The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) is a territory of the United States in Micronesia, visited mainly by tourists from East Asia. The Marianas' top activity among Americans is scuba diving and snorkeling. In addition to the coral reefs you might expect, the waters around the islands were the scene of fierce fighting during World War II and there are many ship wrecks and even rusting tanks stuck on the seabed. Many Asian visitors come to the CNMI for gambling, and karaoke/hostess bars.

Upcoming public holidays

November 4, 2026Citizenship Day

November 11, 2026Veterans Day

November 27, 2026Thanksgiving

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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 ≈ 584.37 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	17.6°C	0mm	337h
February	35.2°C	19.2°C	0mm	316h
March	39°C	24.5°C	0mm	318h
April	39.7°C	27.8°C	0mm	313h
May	38°C	27.8°C	7mm	326h
June	35.1°C	25.8°C	10mm	324h
July	31.4°C	23.7°C	148mm	300h
August	29.1°C	22.8°C	241mm	229h
September	30.3°C	22.6°C	135mm	273h
October	33.5°C	22.3°C	35mm	330h
November	34.4°C	18.9°C	0mm	323h
December	35°C	19.1°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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