Can Africans enter Burkina Faso without a visa?

A viral Facebook post claimed that citizens of all African countries can now enter Burkina Faso without a visa.

Verdict: FALSE.

The post, shared by “Africa News Facts,” read: “Burkina Faso opens borders for Africans… all nationals can now enter the country without a visa.”

But checks reveal the government only plans to scrap visa fees—not visas themselves.

A report from Visas News on the Council of Ministers’ meeting of September 11, 2025, confirmed the decision was to remove visa application fees for all African citizens. Security Minister Mahamadou Sana explained that the move reflects Head of State Ibrahim Traore’s pan-African vision.

Official clarification shows African travellers must still apply online, meet requirements, and obtain approval before entering. As of September 12, the e-visa portal still listed fees, and no date has been fixed for the policy rollout.

Conclusion: The claim that Africans can enter Burkina Faso without a visa is false. Travellers will still need a visa, though they may not pay for it once the new policy starts.