About Burkina Faso's Correctional System
Burkina Faso's correctional system is managed by the Ministère de la Justice du Burkina Faso. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in Burkina Faso, contact US Embassy Burkina Faso at +226 25 49 53 00 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
Burkina Faso Resources & Legal Services
Key Burkina Faso Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ministère de la Justice du Burkina Faso | Burkina Faso | See website | Visit Site |
| US Embassy Burkina Faso | Burkina Faso | +226 25 49 53 00 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
Showing 2 facilities in Burkina Faso
Maison d'Arr�t de Bobo-Dioulasso
Facility
Closed
Main prison in Burkina Faso's second city. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from the western region.
Maison d'Arr�t et de Correction de Ouagadougou (MACO)
Facility
Closed
Burkina Faso's largest prison. Located in the capital. Severely overcrowded at around five times capacity. Houses political prisoners journalists and criminal convicts. Has been used to detain opponents of successive coup governments since 2022.
Burkina Faso Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Burkina Faso, contact US Embassy Burkina Faso at +226 25 49 53 00 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Burkina Faso at +226 25 49 53 00 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Burkina Faso. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Barreau du Burkina Faso for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Burkina Faso. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Burkina Faso facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.