About the Ivory Coast Digital Nomad Visa
Ivory Coast offers the No dedicated digital nomad visa. Tourist Visa or visa-free entry for some nationalities. for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in Ivory Coast for Tourist visa: 30–90 days depending on nationality and visa type. ECOWAS nationals: free movement without visa. Some nationalities receive visa on arrival. while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least the income required by the program, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Check the official source for renewal options.
Tax-wise, Ivory Coast treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
No minimum income for tourist visa. Must show adequate funds. No remote work visa framework.
Documents needed
- E-Visa: valid passport (6+ months validity)
- digital photo
- accommodation details
- return or onward flight
- financial means
- yellow fever vaccination certificate (required for all travelers).
How to Apply for the Ivory Coast DNV
Processing time: E-Visa online: 3–7 business days at snedai.ci. Embassy visa: 5–10 business days. ECOWAS citizens: visa-free freedom of movement.
- 1FOR DIGITAL NOMADS:
- 2Apply for e-Visa online at snedai.ci before travel (approximately USD $50–$100; 3–7 business days). OR apply at nearest Ivorian embassy.
- 3ECOWAS citizens (West African countries) have free movement.
- 4Enter at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) in Abidjan.
- 5For longer stays: apply for extension or long-stay visa at the Office National de la Population in Abidjan.
- 6No formal digital nomad framework.
Application fees: Tourist e-Visa: approximately USD $50–$100 (varies by nationality and duration). ECOWAS nationals: no fee.
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: Tourist visa: 30–90 days depending on nationality and visa type. ECOWAS nationals: free movement without visa. Some nationalities receive visa on arrival.
Renewal: Not guaranteed for this visa. Confirm renewal terms with the official source.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast income tax: progressive up to 36%. Tax residency after 183 days. Non-residents: taxed only on Ivory Coast-sourced income. Ivory Coast uses the West African CFA Franc (XOF), pegged to the Euro. No digital nomad tax framework.