Get Your Burkina Faso Dual Citizenship — Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: You are a citizen if born in Burkina Faso to at least one Burkinabé parent.
- By Descent: Citizenship can be passed if at least one of your parents is a Burkinabé citizen, regardless of your place of birth.
- By Naturalization: After legally residing in Burkina Faso for at least 10 years, or 5 years if married to a Burkinabé citizen.
- By Marriage: Foreign spouses of Burkinabé citizens may apply for citizenship after 5 years of marriage and residency.
Special Exception – ECOWAS Citizens: If you’re a citizen of an ECOWAS country (Economic Community of West African States), you may benefit from:
- Visa-free residency: You can live in Burkina Faso without a visa.
- Simplified long-term residence: Easier process for residency and integration.
- Accelerated naturalization: You may apply for naturalization after just 5 years of residence instead of 10.
- Dual citizenship-friendly: No need to renounce your original nationality.
ECOWAS includes 15 West African countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and Senegal. These countries share agreements that make it easier for their citizens to move and integrate across borders.
Note: Burkina Faso allows dual citizenship.
Step-by-Step Process
- Check Your Eligibility
- Create Your Account
- Submit Required Documents
- Complete Naturalization or Descent Registration
- Track Your Application Status
Benefits of Dual Citizenship
- Live, work, and own property in Burkina Faso without a visa
- Maintain full rights in your other country of citizenship
- Access to ECOWAS regional travel and trade benefits
- Preserve cultural, family, and business ties
Frequently asked questions.
Do I have to pay taxes in Burkina Faso if I become a dual citizen?
No, not unless you live or earn income there. Burkina Faso taxes based on residency, not citizenship. If you reside abroad and have no income from Burkina Faso, you generally won’t owe taxes
Does Burkina Faso allow dual citizenship?
Yes. You can retain your original nationality when becoming a Burkinabé citizen.
How long does the naturalization process take?
Usually between 1–2 years, depending on your residency status and documentation.