Religions have a strong influence on life in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, which has a tradition of respecting different beliefs and faiths. You should always respect local religious customs and traditions and be aware of your actions to ensure they do not cause offence. There are conservative standards of dress and behaviour in the country and you should take care not to offend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Possession use or trafficking in illegal drugs is a serious offence and can result in lengthy prison sentences and heavy fines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Homosexuality is not illegal in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, but there is no legal recognition of LGBT couples. The government doesn\u2019t recognise same sex marriage and there are no specific anti-discrimination laws protecting lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender individuals. As public attitudes may be less tolerant, you should be discreet. See our information and advice page<\/a> for the LGBT community before you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s prohibited to take photographs near sensitive installations, including military sites and government buildings, e, g radio and TV stations, the Presidency building, airport, de Gaulle and Houphouet-Boigny bridges in Abidjan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Airport Tax is levied on passengers embarking in Cote d\u2019Ivoire from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Abidjan airport for destinations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Any other airport for destinations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Place of payment:<\/strong> Airport of departure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here to view : Airport tax regulations<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Biometric in-person visa services at the C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire Embassy in London are suspended due to COVID-19. Anyone wishing to enter C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire who does not already have a visa should make their visa application through the e-visa service online<\/a> before travel, available in English. If you are not an ECOWAS national, you must hold a valid visa or have had your application for an e-visa approved for C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire before you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After registering and paying online, you\u2019ll be able to collect your visa on arrival at Abidjan airport. You\u2019ll need to apply for the e-visa online several days before your date of travel to allow time for your application to be processed. Make sure you follow instructions on the website carefully to avoid any difficulties with airlines or immigration authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are arriving in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, you must provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 test result, dated a maximum of 5 days prior to travel, before being allowed to board your flight. You should not use the NHS testing service to get a test in order to facilitate your travel to another country. You should arrange to take a private test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll also need to complete the DDVA<\/a> form prior to arrival at a cost of 2000 XOF, available online<\/a>. You\u2019ll need to hand in this form on arrival and comply with the medical monitoring system which has been put in place by the authorities for anyone arriving in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire from outside. This includes providing temperature readings and registering your contact details. If you have a temperature below 38 degrees and a valid negative COVID-19 test result, you may be permitted to enter C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire. You will be monitored by SMS tracking for 14 days. If you have a temperature high than 38 degrees and\/or an invalid COVID-19 test result on arrival, you\u2019ll be required to take a COVID-19 test at your own expense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Measures are subject to frequent review so may change at short notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re departing C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire you\u2019ll need to complete the online DDVA form<\/a> at a cost of 2000 XOF. All travellers aged 11 and over who are departing C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire will also need to pay 48,000 XOF online<\/a> for a COVID-19 test at a COVID-19 test centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once you have taken the COVID-19 test, you\u2019ll receive an SMS within 48 hours if your results are negative. The test must be taken no more than 7 days before your date and time of departure. The Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene will issue a negative COVID-19 test certificate to passengers, which will be available online to download. You must present this certificate at the airport on the day of travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you return a positive COVID-19 test, you will not be permitted to travel for a 14-day period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You will not require a visa for any airside transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may be advised to self-isolate in your own accommodation for 14 days on arrival in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On arrival, you will be required to register your contact details before exiting the airport at the \u2018Stop COVID-19\u2019 facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For departures, you\u2019ll need to complete the DDVA (air travel declaration)<\/a> form at a cost of 2000 XOF. If you are aged 11 or over, you\u2019ll also need to pay 48000 XOF online<\/a> for a COVID-19 test at any of the approved test centres in Abidjan including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Centre de Cocody St. Jean: Dr. Kragb\u00e9 \u2013 09 02 87 49<\/p>\n\n\n\n Centre de Marcory: Dr. V\u00e9 \u2013 49 35 57 33<\/p>\n\n\n\n Centre du Plateau: Dr. M\u00e9n\u00e9 \u2013 09 72 39 54<\/p>\n\n\n\n Centre de Yopougon: Dr. Diakit\u00e9 \u2013 07 75 65 47<\/p>\n\n\n\n Centre du CHU de Treichville (SMIT): Pr. Eholi\u00e9 \u2013 08 641 080<\/p>\n\n\n\n The test must be taken no more than 7 days before your date and time of departure. If you\u2019re departing C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, you\u2019ll receive an SMS within 48 hours if your COVID-19 test results are negative. The Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene will also issue a negative COVID-19 test certificate to passengers, which will be available online to download.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should bring this certificate with you to the airport when you travel. Your temperature may be checked at the airport. If the temperature reading is higher than 38 degrees, passengers will be transferred to the airport medical facilities for further investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All those requiring a visa will need to apply via the online e-visa service<\/a>. Biometric in-person visas at the C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire Embassy in London are suspended due to COVID-19.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are already in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire and your visa is about to expire, for a fee you can apply for an extension in person to the S\u00fbret\u00e9 Nationale<\/a> office in the Plateau district in Abidjan. Opening hours are from 8 am to 2 pm Monday to Friday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You will need to get a visa before you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is possible to apply for a visa online, available in English<\/a>. After registering and paying online, the visa is collected on arrival at Abidjan airport. You\u2019ll need to apply for the e-visa online several days before your date of travel to allow time for your application to be processed. Make sure you follow instructions on the website carefully to avoid any difficulties with airlines or immigration authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of six months from the date of entry into C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire. Keep your passport safe, if criminals have possession of your passport, they may use your identity to commit crimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n UK Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) aren\u2019t valid for entry or transit through C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire. However, ETDs are accepted for exit from C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check whether you need a yellow fever certificate by visiting the National Travel Health Network and Centre\u2019s TravelHealthPro website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here to view :\u00a0Entry requirements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re staying longer in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire you should regularly review personal security arrangements and seek professional security advice. You should keep a stock of food and water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s a risk of crime in Abidjan, including violent crime, car-jackings, armed break-ins to private residences, hold-ups in the street, and theft from cars. These incidents aren\u2019t common, but they do occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In vehicles, keep doors locked, windows shut and valuables out of sight. If possible, avoid using public transport, shared taxis, or walking around after dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On bridges to and from the Le Plateau areas of Abidjan, pedestrians have been attacked and robbed even during the day. Avoid displaying your wallet; for instance, have money to hand to tip supermarket trolley attendants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Attacks by armed robbers have occurred on the main road between Yamoussoukro and Korogho.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Attacks have been reported in the west of the country, during daylight hours as well as night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Northern border with Mali and Burkina Faso (including Como\u00e9 national park area)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAirport Tax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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