Ivory Coast eVisa Required Documents

Gather these documents before you begin your application. All eVisa types share the same document requirements.

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Quick Checklist

Before you apply, confirm you have:

  • Passport bio page scan 
  • Return flight ticket 
  • Certificate of Accommodation / Invitation Letter

Documents You Need

1. Passport Bio Page Scan

Scan the bio page clearly. Every detail must be legible, including the Machine Readable Zone (MRZ) at the bottom.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your intended arrival date in Ivory Coast.

Passport Bio Page Sample

2. Return Flight Ticket

Submit a confirmed flight reservation that shows:

  • Your departure date from Ivory Coast
  • Your full name, exactly as it appears in your passport
Flight Ticket Sample

3. Certificate of Accommodation / Invitation Letter

This letter must come from your host in Ivory Coast - not from you. Upload a copy that is typed, printed, signed, and legalised with an official town hall stamp.

A Copy Certificate of Accommodation / Invitation Letter is available for download here.

Download Accommodation / Invitation Letter Copy
Ivory Coast Accommodation Certificate

IMPORTANT: The letter must be written in French. And include:

Host Details

  • Full name
  • National ID number
  • Profession
  • Contact details
  • Full address

Your Details

  • Full name
  • Country of origin
  • Arrival and departure dates
  • Purpose of visit

Declaration: Your host must confirm in writing that they will provide you with accommodation for the duration of your visit.

Legalisation: The letter must carry your host's original signature and the town hall's official legalisation stamp.

What Makes a Document Valid?

Your documents must be:

  • Legible: no blurs, shadows, or cropped edges
  • Complete: all required fields visible
  • Consistent: your name must read the same across all documents

If any document is unclear or mismatched, your application will be delayed. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Keep digital copies on your phone as a backup. Carry printed copies as well. Some entry points may require physical documents, and relying only on a phone screen carries risk.

Your application will be delayed. Processing cannot proceed if documents are illegible, cropped, or inconsistent. Check each file carefully before you upload.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date. Check with your passport-issuing authority if you are unsure about visa page requirements for the stamp.

Ready to Apply?

Confirm your documents are complete and legible. Then start your application.

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