Lesotho visa for Burkinabé citizens

Burkinabé citizens planning a trip to Lesotho will find the e-visa process straightforward, granting a maximum stay of 14 days upon approval. Options such as tourist and business visas are among the three specific types available for those looking to explore this unique southern African nation. Traveling from Ouagadougou to Maseru, one crosses a significant portion of the continent, a journey that typically involves multiple layovers, often through Johannesburg, South Africa. This extended travel period, coupled with a two-hour time zone difference, underscores the importance of careful itinerary planning, especially when considering the local currency, the Lesotho Loti, which is pegged to and widely accepts the South African Rand.

eVisa14d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

OtherSingle Entry Visa
44dvalid 3mo
OtherMultiple Entry Visa
180dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristTourist Visa
44dvalid 3mo
BusinessBusiness Visa
44dvalid 3mo
StudentStudent Visa
WorkTemporary Residence Permit (90 days)
90dvalid 3mo
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WorkTwo Years Residence Permit
730dvalid 2y
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StudentStudy Residence Permit (4 years)
1460dvalid 4y
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OtherIndefinite Residence Permit
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WorkMissionaries Residence Permit
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BusinessBusiness Residence Permit
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FamilyJoining Relative Residence Permit
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FamilySpouse Joining Spouse Residence Permit
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OtherReturning Former Citizens Residence Permit
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WorkDoctors and Nurses Residence Permit
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WorkTeachers Residence Permit
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WorkWork and Residence Permit (General)
730dvalid 2y
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