Burkina Faso Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

Burkina FasoThis country’s passport is ranked No. 143 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score64

How Do We Rank It?

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
202053122
202159132
202268137
202369137
202468136
202565138
202664143
Population
24,601,700(2026 est.)
Official language
National languages are official; French is a working language
Government type
Military-led transitional regime
Continent
Africa
Capital
Ouagadougou
Currency
West African CFA franc
Area
274,200 km²
Phone code
+226

Burkina Faso: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
132nd out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingFrench
14th out of 29 countries
Form-of-Government RankingMilitary-Led Transitional Regime
1st out of 5 countries
Currency RankingWest African CFA Franc
3rd out of 8 countries
WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
133rd out of 159 countries
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
30th out of 57 countries
African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
28th out of 54 countries
G77 RankingG77 Countries
90th out of 132 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa, situated within the Sahel region. Its terrain consists mainly of savannas and plains, with a few hills in the southwest. The climate is tropical, alternating between wet and dry seasons. Several national parks protect the country's diverse wildlife and landscapes.

Daily life in Burkina Faso revolves around agriculture, with many people engaged in subsistence farming. Urban centers like Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso offer a mix of modern amenities and traditional markets. The country is known for its vibrant music scene, including traditional balafon and modern Afrobeat. Festivals and community gatherings are central to social life, reflecting a strong sense of heritage.

Burkina Faso is a member of the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States. The country faces challenges related to security and desertification, which affect regional stability. It maintains diplomatic ties with various nations and participates in peacekeeping efforts. International cooperation focuses on development, health, and education initiatives.