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The Basics
Local Customs: There are several customs in Burkina Faso that visitors need to be aware of: photography is strictly controlled, and tourists should always ask permission before photographing any person, and never attempt to take a picture of a military or government building. Women should not wear short skirts or revealing clothing, and should refrain from smoking in public. Shaking hands is an appropriate way to greet a person regardless of sex, and one should always return a greeting. Homosexuality is not generally accepted in Burkina Faso. Eating, touching another person, and giving someone money with the left hand is considered offensive.
Duty Free: Visitors to Burkina Faso may import up to 200 cigarettes/50 cigars/100 cigarillos/250g of tobacco, one litre of spirit and one litre of wine, 500ml each of eau de toilette and perfume, and two still cameras/one movie camera. Sporting guns may be brought in by license only.