Following is the general list of documents required for Ivory Coast visa for Indians.
· Passport
- A passport is a document that is required at the time of international travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.
- The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below
- It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
- It must be original and genuine.
- It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
- It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.
· Old Passport
- An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.
- If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria
- If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
- It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.
- Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
· Photo
- The photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.
- The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications
- It must cover face 80% of the frame.
- It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35x45 mm (length - 45mm, breadth - 35mm).
- Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
- It must be clicked on an all white background.
- It must have a matte finish.
- It must be a recent photograph.
- The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
- Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
- The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
- The ears must be visible clearly.
- It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
- It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.
Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
· Air Ticket
- An air ticket is a ticket or pass that is possessed by the traveller who is taking a flight for travelling from one location to another.
- It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason
- The air ticket has to be booked for the complete round trip.
- It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.
An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
· Income Tax Returns
- An income tax return is a document that is a record of the tax that is paid to the government by the concerned tax paying citizen.
- The proof of income tax returns must match the provided parameters
- It must be provided with a legitimate documentary proof of the payment of income tax.
One cannot leave the country if they do not provide appropriate proof of tax payment. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
· Yellow Fever Vaccination
- A yellow fever vaccination is a medical certificate that proves the applicant as non-contagious for the disease.
- It should be submitted as per the following
- It must be original and should be issued from an authorized medical organization.
- The certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination if not provided as per the requirement and is fake, there are major chances that the applicant may not be permitted in the country.
· Hotel Voucher
- A hotel voucher is a ticket provided by the hotel of residence to the customers who are taking an accomodation in the hotel.
- It should be submitted as per the following
- Proof of Hotel confirmation from Hotel in ivory Coast is required .
- It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit and as proof of accommodation as well.
If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.
This is a common list of documents. For specific purpose visa choose from following:
- Tourist Visa
- Business Visa
Eligibility for getting Ivory Coast Visa:
In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.
1. Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.
2. Eligible to bear all expenses -You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.
3. Reasons to return - You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
4. Be of good character - You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
5. Be in good health -You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.
Important Note:-
- All the above prices mentioned are in INR
- Visa processing time 2 to 3 working days (subject to change)
- Visa is subject to approval from immigration department & 100% non-refundable once applied or if rejected
