Burkina Faso is a landlocked nation in West Africa, known for its vibrant artisanal culture and semi-arid Sahelian landscapes. Its capital, Ouagadougou, is a major cultural crossroads, while Bobo-Dioulasso serves as a key industrial and agricultural hub. With a population of approximately 24.6 million in 2026, the economy is anchored by gold mining and cotton production. Major exports include gold—accounting for roughly 80% of export revenue—as well as zinc, cotton, and cashews, with a growing focus on agribusiness and technological integration in the service sector.
Money Transfer Locations
Western Union
Western Union maintains a massive presence with over 900 locations, primarily via Ecobank, Coris Bank, and the La Poste Burkina Faso network.
- Ouagadougou – Kwamé Nkrumah Ave, Ouaga 2000, and Paspanga
- Bobo-Dioulasso – Grand Marché and Sarfalao
- Koudougou – Central District
- Banfora – Cascades Region hub
- Ouahigouya – Northern District
- Kaya – Sanmatenga Province
- Fada N’gourma – Est Region
- Tenkodogo – Boulgou Province
- Dédougou – Mouhoun Region
- Gaoua – Poni Province
- Dori – Sahel Region
- Houndé – Mining District
MoneyGram
MoneyGram services are widely available through United Bank for Africa (UBA), Bank of Africa (BOA), and Société Générale.
- Ouagadougou – Zogona and Patte d’Oie
- Bobo-Dioulasso – Accart-ville
- Banfora – Near the sugar industrial zone
- Pouytenga – Major trade market area
- Koupéla – Transport crossroads
- Reo – Sanguié Province
- Leo – Near the Ghana border
Ria Money Transfer
Ria is accessible through Vista Bank, Orabank, and specialized Wari or Proximo payout points.
- Ouagadougou – Gounghin and Tampouy
- Bobo-Dioulasso – Marigot area
- Yako – Passoré Province
- Kongoussi – Bam Province
- Ziniaré – Oubritenga Province
Major Bank & Financial Partners
In Burkina Faso, international remittances are frequently integrated with mobile money; many transfers are collected or settled through these major institutions:
- Coris Bank International (Leading local network)
- Ecobank Burkina
- Bank of Africa (BOA) Burkina Faso
- United Bank for Africa (UBA) Burkina
- Société Générale Burkina Faso
- Vista Bank (Formerly BICIAB)
- La Poste Burkina Faso (National Postal Service)
- Orange Money / Moov Money (Mobile Wallet Payouts)
- International Business Bank (IB Bank)