Togo has officially scrapped visa requirements for citizens of all African countries, effective Monday, May 18, 2026. The policy allows African nationals with valid passports to enter Togo without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
The announcement was made in a communiqué from Togo’s Ministry of Security, signed by Minister Calixte Batossie Madjoulba. Officials said the move is aimed at advancing African integration, facilitating free movement of people and goods, and strengthening cooperation among African states.
While the visa requirement has been removed, travelers must still complete a mandatory online travel declaration at least 24 hours before arrival on the government platform. A digital travel slip is issued upon completion and must be presented at entry points. Security and health requirements remain in place, and the exemption does not override laws on illegal entry or overstaying.
The decision makes Togo the sixth African country to grant full visa-free access to all African passport holders, joining Rwanda, Ghana, Benin, The Gambia, and Seychelles. Authorities said the reform reflects Togo’s ambition to position itself as a regional hub for services, business, culture, and human exchange at the heart of the continent.
