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Do I need a visa for Ivory Coast with a Canadian passport?

Short answer
It depends

An electronic travel authorisation (ETA) is required before boarding.

What you need

Ivory Coast at a glance

RegionAfrica
Everyday prices36 on our price index (US = 100)
PowerType C/E sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz

On cost, Ivory Coast is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 36 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Ivory Coast compares to 179 countries.

Pack a plug adapter: Canadian devices use Type A/B/NEMA 14-30/NEMA 14-50, but Ivory Coast uses Type C/E. Voltage differs too (230/400 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 347/600 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Ivory Coast.

Common questions

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Ivory Coast?

It depends. An electronic travel authorisation (ETA) is required before boarding.

How long can a Canadian passport holder stay in Ivory Coast?

The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.

Is the visa information on this page official?

No. This is a summary compiled from a public passport-requirement dataset and can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Ivory Coast's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.

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