West Africa · 0.3M visitors/year
Burkina Faso
🏛️ Ouagadougou
💰 XOF · CFA Franc🗣 French🕐 UTC✈️ Visa required
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Annual Visitors
0.3M
Tourism Revenue
$0.1B
UNESCO Sites
2
National Parks
14
📅 Best Season to Visit
November – February
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Capital
Ouagadougou
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Currency
XOF · CFA Franc
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Languages
French
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Time Zone
UTC
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Visa
Visa required
Is Burkina Faso safe to visit?
Burkina Faso welcomes 0.3M visitors annually. Always check your government travel advisory before booking.
Best time to visit Burkina Faso?
The best time to visit Burkina Faso is November – February.
Do I need a visa for Burkina Faso?
Visa required. Verify with the Burkina Faso embassy for your nationality.
What currency is used in Burkina Faso?
The currency is the XOF · CFA Franc.
What language is spoken in Burkina Faso?
Official language(s): French.