Burkina Faso’s military government has announced the removal of visa fees for all African travelers, a move it says is designed to promote unity across the continent and deepen regional integration.
Security Minister Mahamadou Sana made the declaration on Thursday after a cabinet session led by junta chief Captain Ibrahim Traoré. He explained that while entry visas will remain subject to online applications for approval, applicants will no longer be required to pay any fees.
With this decision, Burkina Faso joins a growing list of African nations such as Ghana, Rwanda, and Kenya that have taken steps to relax travel rules in line with the African Union’s free movement agenda.
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Previously, citizens of West African states already enjoyed visa-free entry through ECOWAS protocols, but the new policy broadens access to all African nationals.
The announcement also comes months after Burkina Faso, alongside Mali and Niger, withdrew from ECOWAS, accusing the bloc of serving Western interests. Officials say the decision reflects the country’s Pan-Africanist vision, hoping it will attract more visitors, boost tourism, and showcase Burkinabe culture.
However, the move coincides with the government’s struggle against a worsening Islamist insurgency that has displaced millions and left parts of the country beyond state control.
