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African countries with an eVisa for American citizens
20 African countries let American citizens apply online before travel, either for an eVisa or an electronic travel authorisation: Benin, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea and more.
| Country | Entry | Fee | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benin | eVisa | €50 | Up to 30 days |
| Cameroon | eVisa | See portal | — |
| Côte d'Ivoire | eVisa | See portal | Up to 3 months |
| Djibouti | eVisa | See portal | Up to 90 days |
| DR Congo | eVisa | See portal | Up to 7 days (tourist eVisa) |
| Equatorial Guinea | eVisa | See portal | — |
| Ethiopia | eVisa | US$62 (30 days) | Up to 30 or 90 days |
| Ghana | eVisa | US$60 single entry | — |
| Guinea | eVisa | See portal | Up to 90 days |
| Kenya | Travel authorisation | US$32.50 | Up to 90 days |
| Libya | eVisa | See portal | — |
| Mauritania | eVisa | See portal | Up to 30 days |
| Mozambique | Travel authorisation | See portal | Up to 30 days |
| Nigeria | eVisa | See portal | Up to 30 days |
| Seychelles | Travel authorisation | €10 | Up to 3 months |
| Somalia | eVisa | See portal | Up to 30 days |
| South Sudan | eVisa | US$100 (30 days) | — |
| Tanzania | eVisa | US$100 | Up to 90 days per visit |
| Togo | eVisa | See portal | Up to 15 days |
| Uganda | eVisa | US$50 | Up to 90 days |
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Frequently asked questions
Which African countries offer American citizens an eVisa?
20 countries: Benin, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Libya, Mauritania, Mozambique, Nigeria, Seychelles, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda.
Do the same rules apply to all EU passports?
Mostly, but not always. Mozambique, Rwanda and Lesotho are examples where nationalities inside the EU are treated differently. This list uses the rules for your exact passport.
How current is this list?
It was last checked on 27 October 2026. Rules change, so confirm on the official portal of each country before you book.