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Visa Services

Ivory Coast Visa Services in Houston

Need an Ivory Coast visa? Sam's Passport in Houston prepares the consulate file. Clients nationwide ship the passport overnight. Call (713) 784-5501.

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  • Outline

Outline

Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with the Embassy of Ivory Coast (Cote D’ivoire).

We will FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases your passport to us.

There are different types of visas for Ivory Coast (Cote D’ivoire) of Congo and each has its own requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.

  • Tourist visa

Tourist visa

Gather every required document below for this tourist visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.

Required documents

Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.

Passport

Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

The applicant must submit either a notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)

Visa application form

Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Ivory Coast Visa application form

Photos

Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.

  • Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
  • Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
  • Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
  • No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
  • Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
  • Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.

Proof of travel & Hotel reservation

Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.

Health record

Please provide a copy of your yellow Fever Vaccination.

Sam's request form

Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.

  • Business visa

Business visa

Gather every required document below for this business visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.

Required documents

Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.

Passport

Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

The applicant must submit either a notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)

Visa application form

Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Ivory Coast Visa application form

Photos

Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.

  • Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
  • Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
  • Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
  • No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
  • Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
  • Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.

Letter of guarantee

A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:

“Consulate of Ivory Coast (Cote D’ivoire) / Houston TX”.

Please look at the following Sample of the

Business letter of guarantee

Letter of invite

Please provide a copy of the Letter of Invitation from the company in Ivory Coast (Cote D’ivoire).

Proof of travel & Hotel reservation

Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.

Health record

Please provide a copy of your yellow Fever Vaccination.

Sam's request form

Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.

  • E-Visa Business

E-Visa Business

Gather every required document below for this e-visa business. A missing item delays consulate filing.

Required documents

Please scan/email the following to our office:

  • Scanned Copy of US Passport Information Page in JPEG
  • (1) recent Passport photo in JPEG
  • Copy of Flight itinerary
  • Letter of invitation from the person or organization inviting the applicant
  • Occupation

Sam’s request form

  • E-Visa Tourist

E-Visa Tourist

Gather every required document below for this e-visa tourist. A missing item delays consulate filing.

Required documents

Please scan/email the following to our office:

  • Scanned Copy of US Passport Information Page in JPEG
  • (1) recent Passport photo in JPEG
  • Copy of Flight itinerary

Sam’s request form

  • Ship your documents

Ship your documents

Please use FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight unless the visa type asks you to email scans.

Houston office

1811 Bering Drive
Suite #100,
Houston, TX, 77057
Tel: (713) 784-5501

What to include in your package

PassportMust be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Visa application formPlease download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Visa application form
Photos2 Passport-type photographs on a white background required.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservationPlease provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health recordPlease provide a copy of your yellow Fever Vaccination.
Letter of guaranteeA Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Ivory Coast (Cote D’ivoire) / Houston TX”.
Please look at the following Sample of the Business letter of guarantee
Letter of invitePlease provide a copy of the Letter of Invitation from the company in Ivory Coast (Cote D’ivoire).
Sam's request formDownload, print, and fill out Sam’s request form. Sam’s request form
Call before you shipConfirm your visa type, travel date, and fees at (713) 784-5501.

Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.

Common questions about Ivory Coast visas

Can Sam's Passport file an Ivory Coast visa?

Yes, when the mission allows third-party filing. Sam's Passport in Houston reviews the Ivory Coast visa file and submits a complete packet. Call (713) 784-5501 with your travel date.

Can I use this service if I do not live in Houston?

Yes. Complete any required local steps, then ship the passport and documents overnight to Sam's Passport in Houston from anywhere in the U.S.

How long does an Ivory Coast visa take?

Timing depends on the visa type and the consulate. Call (713) 784-5501 with your departure date and we will match the process to it.

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