Togo drops visa requirements for all African citizens
Togo announced on Monday, May 18, 2026, the immediate removal of visa obligations for all African citizens holding a valid national passport.
The historic decision, announced by Security Minister Colonel Calixte Batossie Madjoulba and initiated by Council President Faure Gnassingbé, aims to position Togo as a premier regional hub for services, business, and human exchange across Africa.
Visa-free stays are limited to 30 days. Travelers must still register on a government platform before arrival, ensuring digital traceability while streamlining procedures.
The move aligns with Pan-African ideals of free movement and continental integration.
Togo joins a small group of African nations offering full visa openness, giving concrete momentum to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Officials hope the gesture inspires other countries to follow suit.
Chantal TAWELESSI
