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Côte d'Ivoire travel guide for Americans

Americans must obtain an e‑visa before arrival (apply online, 90‑day stay, fee $85); if you have a valid yellow‑fever certificate you can enter. Change to skip if you already hold a visa or are on a diplomatic passport.

Updated Sep 20261 min read
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Visa
e‑visa required, 90‑day stay, fee varies

Entry requirements

Apply for an electronic visa (e‑visa) on the official Côte d'Ivoire immigration portal before travel. The visa allows a stay of up to 90 days. A valid yellow‑fever vaccination certificate is mandatory on arrival.

US passport holders do not need a visa‑on‑arrival; the e‑visa must be approved prior to departure.

Embassy contact

The United States Embassy is located in Abidjan. It provides consular assistance, passport services, and emergency support for American travellers.

  • Address: confirm with the U.S. Embassy
  • Phone: confirm with the U.S. Embassy
  • Emergency: 24‑hour consular hotline (check US State Department site)

Flight

Typical flights from New York (JFK) or Atlanta to Abidjan (ABJ) include layovers. Direct flights are not available.

Questions people ask

Do Americans need a visa for Côte d'Ivoire?

Yes. US citizens must obtain an e‑visa before travel; the visa allows a 90‑day stay.

Where is the nearest United States embassy in Côte d'Ivoire?

The US Embassy is in Abidjan; it handles consular services for American travellers.

Verify with the official source

Draft, not field-verified

Rules, fees, schedules and prices change. Verify with the official source (the government, embassy, operator or venue) before you book or travel.

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