Since the May 18, 2026, Togo officially becomes the 6th nation on the continent to grant visa-free entry to all its citizens. African passport holders. This is excellent news for tourism and business, but comes with new online check-in procedures.
In a bid to accelerate continental integration and consolidate its position as a logistics hub in the Gulf of Guinea, the Togolese Ministry of Security has enacted a major reform for all citizens of African Union member states in possession of a valid national passport. These travelers will be granted a visa-free entry to Togo, and must remain in the country for at least 30 days.
Togo thus joins Rwanda, Ghana, Benin, Gambia and the Seychelles in the club of African countries advocating total continental mobility. This opening of borders is no accident. Togo is strategically positioned within the framework of the AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area).
Business Hub : The port of Lomé is one of the deepest and most dynamic in West Africa. It is a key transit point for international trade.
Emerging Tourism : From the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean to the rolling countryside of Kpalimé, the country is actively developing its tourism infrastructure.
Events : The relaxation of migration rules is aimed at attracting major pan-African and international conferences.
Please note: “Visa-free” does not mean “No formalities”.”
This is where many travelers get caught when boarding. The abolition of the traditional visa or e-Visa for Africans does not mean that borders are open without control. Prior declaration is now compulsory. Less than 24 hours before departure, all visa-exempt travellers must complete an online declaration of arrival to obtain a visa. travel voucher. Health, security and immigration controls remain strict at land and sea borders and at Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport (LFW). Applications must be made via the official government platform of the Republic of Togo: voyage.gouv.tg.
Electronic visa (e-Visa)
Our agency accompanies travelers from all over the world on a daily basis. If you do not hold a passport from an African Union country, this exemption does not apply to you. Nevertheless, Togo remains a very accessible destination thanks to the electronic visa (e-Visa). Here's how things stand for non-African nationals:
Togo e-Visa (Tourism & Business) :
Who's concerned? The majority are from North America, South America, Asia, the Middle East and Europe.
Procedure: The visa must be requested and approved online Before to board the plane. Visas on arrival are increasingly restricted and not recommended.
Duration and validity : Generally issued for stays of 15 to 90 days, with single or multiple entry options.
Pre-departure checklist
Whatever your profile, here's what you need to check before booking your flight to Lomé :
- Passport : Scanned copy of the first three pages of a passport valid for more than three months.
- Vaccination certificate : The yellow fever vaccine is mandatory (yellow booklet required on arrival).
- Accommodation : Proof of hotel reservation or letter of invitation (often requested by customs).
- Ticket : Return air ticket required.
- Entry authorization : Prior declaration (for Africans) or approved e-Visa (for the rest of the world).
Entrust us with your formalities! Our agency can help you obtain your Togolese e-Visa.
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