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Burundi visa on arrival

Travellers who need a visa can get one on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport or any land border. The maximum stay is 30 days.

Ways to get a Burundi visa on arrival

  1. Visa on arrival at the airport or a land border

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of other countries and territories can get a visa on arrival.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    1. Arrive at Bujumbura International Airport (Melchior Ndadaye) or a land border.
    2. Apply for a visa on arrival.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry can choose a visa on arrival.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival.

How to apply

  1. Arrive at Bujumbura International Airport (Melchior Ndadaye) or a land border.
  2. Apply for a visa on arrival.

Good to know

  • Stay for no more than 30 days.
  • Visa applications can also be completed through the General Commissariat for Migration website.
  • No fee, processing time or document checklist is stated for a visa on arrival.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Burundi?

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry can choose a visa on arrival. Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival.

How long can I stay on a Burundi visa on arrival?

Up to 30 days.

How do I apply for a Burundi visa on arrival?

1. 1. Arrive at Bujumbura International Airport (Melchior Ndadaye) or a land border. 2. 2. Apply for a visa on arrival.

What rules do I have to follow on a Burundi visa on arrival?

Stay for no more than 30 days.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Burundi?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Burundi visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Burundi be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Burundi visa on arrival rules?

On Burundi's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Burundi?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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