Chinese Visa Policy and Requirements for Citizens of Ivory Coast

1. Chinese Visa for Ivory Coast Citizens

 

Visa Types:

 

  • Tourist (L): 30-day stay, 90-day validity.
  • Business (M): Same as L visa for business activities.
  • Work (Z)/Student (X): Long-term visas for employment/study.
  • Transit (G): 24–72 hours.

 

Requirements:

 

  • Passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages).
  • Photo (4.5×3.5cm, white background).
  • Flight/accommodation proof.
  • Supporting letters (employment/invitation).

 

Application:

 

  • Online form: https://cova.mfa.gov.cn/.
  • Submit to Chinese Embassy in Abidjan (no appointment needed).
  • Fees: ~145 USD (varies by type).

 

Chinese Embassy in Ivory Coast:

 

2. Ivory Coast Visa for Chinese Citizens

 

E-Visa Types:

 

  • Tourist/Business: 90-day validity, 30-day stay.

 

Requirements:

 

  • Passport (6+ months validity).
  • Photo, flight/accommodation proof.

 

Application:

 

 

Ivory Coast Embassy in China:

 

  • Address: 9 Beixiaojie, Sanlitun, Beijing.
  • Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00–12:00.
  • Website: http://snedai.com.

Mutual Policies:

 

  • Visa Waiver: Diplomatic passport holders (30 days).
  • Health: Yellow Fever vaccination mandatory.
  • Customs: Declare currency exceeding thresholds.

 

Contact:

 

  • China (Abidjan): chinaemb_ci@mfa.gov.cn.
  • Ivory Coast (Beijing): +86-10-6532-1299.

 

Updated March 2025. Verify details with embassies before travel.