Visa Comparison Guide

Compare different visa options for Ivory Coast to choose the best fit for your travel needs. Detailed breakdown of costs, processing times, and requirements.

Quick Comparison

eVisa
48-72 hours
Embassy
5-15 days
$73
eVisa Cost
$85+
Embassy Cost

Visa Types Comparison

Detailed comparison of all available visa options

Feature eVisa Tourist eVisa Business Embassy Visa Visa-Free (ECOWAS)
Processing Time 48-72 hours 48-72 hours 5-15 business days Immediate
Cost (USD) $73 $73 $85-120 Free
Validity Period 90 days 90 days 30-90 days 90 days
Maximum Stay 90 days 90 days 30-90 days 90 days
Multiple Entry
Online Application
Embassy Visit Required
Document Upload
Urgent Processing
24/7 Application

Processing Time Comparison

Visual comparison of processing times for different visa types

Average Processing Times
eVisa (Standard) 48-72 hours
2-3 days
eVisa (Urgent) 24-48 hours
1-2 days
Embassy Visa 5-15 business days
1-3 weeks
Embassy (Peak Season) 15-30 business days
3-6 weeks
Visa-Free Entry Immediate
Instant
Processing Tips
For Faster Processing:
  • Choose eVisa over embassy application
  • Apply during weekdays
  • Ensure all documents are clear and complete
  • Pay for urgent processing if needed
  • Apply at least 1 week before travel
Avoid Delays:
  • Don't apply during holidays
  • Avoid blurry or incomplete documents
  • Don't wait until last minute
  • Check passport validity (6+ months)

Detailed Cost Breakdown

Complete cost analysis for each visa option

eVisa Standard
$73
Total Cost
  • • Government fee: $50
  • • Service fee: $20
  • • Processing fee: $3
  • • No hidden charges
  • • Payment by card
eVisa Urgent
$98
Total Cost
  • • Government fee: $50
  • • Service fee: $20
  • • Urgent processing: $25
  • • Processing fee: $3
  • • 24-48 hour processing
Embassy Visa
$85+
Minimum Cost
  • • Visa fee: $60-85
  • • Travel to embassy: $20-50
  • • Document courier: $10-25
  • • Time off work: Variable
  • • Parking/transport: $5-20
Visa-Free
$0
ECOWAS Citizens
  • • No visa required
  • • Valid passport only
  • • 90-day stay allowed
  • • Multiple entries
  • • Immediate entry

Document Requirements Comparison

What you need for each visa type

Required Document eVisa Tourist eVisa Business Embassy Visa Visa-Free
Valid Passport
Passport Photo
Flight Itinerary
Hotel Booking
Yellow Fever Certificate
Bank Statement
Business Invitation
Company Registration
Travel Insurance Recommended Recommended Required Recommended
Application Form Online Online Paper

Which Visa is Right for You?

Find the best visa option based on your needs

Need it Fast?

eVisa Urgent

Perfect for last-minute travel plans

  • ✓ 24-48 hour processing
  • ✓ Online application
  • ✓ No embassy visit
  • ✓ Available 24/7
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Budget Conscious?

eVisa Standard

Best value for money

  • ✓ Lowest cost option
  • ✓ 48-72 hour processing
  • ✓ No travel required
  • ✓ Same validity as others
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Business Travel?

eVisa Business

Designed for business visitors

  • ✓ Business-specific process
  • ✓ Multiple entry allowed
  • ✓ 90-day validity
  • ✓ Fast processing
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ECOWAS Citizen?

Visa-Free

No visa required!

  • ✓ Completely free
  • ✓ No application needed
  • ✓ 90-day stay allowed
  • ✓ Multiple entries
Check Eligibility

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