For Burkinabè residents and travellers in the Avanton area, the Honorary Consulate of Burkina Faso in Avanton is the nearest official contact.
Contact Details
| Address | 17 Route de la Lande, 86170 Avanton, France |
| Telephone | +33 5 49 51 63 79 |
Opening Hours
No regular opening hours are published. Contact the consulate by phone or e-mail to arrange a visit.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: 17 Route de la Lande, 86170 Avanton.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Avanton do?
In Avanton, Burkinabè citizens can turn to the honorary consul for practical help and information. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. The quickest way to reach the office: call +33 5 49 51 63 79.
The office is located in the Vienne département, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. For services the honorary consul cannot provide, the closest Burkinabè career post is in Paris (around 285 km).
French citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso; it can be applied for online (e-visa). A valid passport is required. The French Foreign Ministry formally advises against all travel to Burkina Faso. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Which Burkinabè office issues passports and visas?
Official documents for Burkinabè citizens are issued by the Burkinabè Embassy in Paris; the honorary consulate can explain the procedure.
Burkinabè missions in France
- Paris – Embassy of Burkina Faso
- Paris – Consulate General
- Avanton – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Lyon – Honorary Consulate
- Mont-Saint-Aignan – Honorary Consulate
- Villeneuve-Loubet-Plage – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Burkina Faso in Avanton
Where do I renew my Burkinabè passport if I live near Avanton?
No. Burkinabè passports are issued through the Burkinabè Embassy in Paris.
What are the contact details of the Burkinabè honorary consul in Avanton?
By phone on +33 5 49 51 63 79.
Can French nationals visit Burkina Faso without a visa?
Yes – an e-visa can be applied for online.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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