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Burkina Faso

West Africa
🇺🇸 Visa Suspended (Limited Exceptions)

US Entry Status

Burkina Faso is subject to a full suspension of both immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services.

US visa status last updated: Nov 9, 2026

Visa status information is sourced from publicly available records including the US State Department and Wikipedia and is updated weekly. This is provided for general awareness only. Always verify current requirements with the US Embassy or official US government sources before making travel arrangements.

Players in Database
19
IDI Rating
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FIBA World Ranking
147
Upcoming Events
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In Our Database

  • 15 players from Burkina Faso are currently tracked in the Diaspora Drop database
  • IDI Rating: [subscription required]
  • Burkina Faso remains an emerging presence on the platform with limited but growing representation

About Burkina Faso

  • Located in West Africa, a landlocked nation situated in the heart of the region
  • Capital city: Ouagadougou — national population of approximately 24 million
  • Gained independence in 1960
  • Official languages include French, with Mossi/Mooré, Dioula, and Fula widely spoken
  • Dominant religions: Islam, Christianity, and Traditional Religion
  • Median household income of approximately $54/month, reflecting a low-income economic environment

Basketball in Burkina Faso

  • FIBA World Ranking: 147th globally
  • AfroBasket appearances: 1 — limited continental tournament history to date
  • Domestic league status: Active — an organized national league structure is in place

Notable Players

  • Moussa Ouattara — notable Burkinabé basketball player
  • Joris Bado — notable Burkinabé basketball player

Players from Burkina Faso

19 players

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