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Burkina Faso travel advice
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Burkina Faso travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Burkina Faso with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Burkina Faso - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK +0 hours |
| Language(s) | Mossi, French |
| Currency | West African CFA Franc |
| Electricity | C + E plug (220V) |
| Driving side | Right |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
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Burkina Faso weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  33 |
36 |
38 |
40 |
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35 |
32 |
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36 |
36 |
33 |
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| Days with some rainfall |  0 |
0 |
1 |
2 |
 6 |
 9 |
 11 |
 15 |
9 |
4 |
1 |
0 |
The Burkina Faso weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Ouagadougou.
Burkina Faso travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Burkina Faso from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Burkina Faso - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Burkina Faso - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Burkina Faso - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Burkina Faso - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Burkina Faso - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Burkina Faso - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Burkina Faso.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Burkina Faso travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Burkina Faso with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Burkina Faso - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Burkina Faso - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Burkina Faso - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Burkina Faso, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Burkina Faso travel features
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Burkina Faso FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Burkina Faso including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso is open for tourism from the UK.
Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Check out Ministry of Health, Burkina Faso for more information.
What is the time difference between Burkina Faso and the UK?
The time difference between Burkina Faso and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Burkina Faso?
The main languages spoken in Burkina Faso are Mossi and French.
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What is the currency in Burkina Faso?
The currency in Burkina Faso is the West African CFA Franc (XOF).
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Which plugs are used in Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso uses electrical plug type C + E (220 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Burkina Faso?
They drive on the right side of the road in Burkina Faso.
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