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Burundi visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Burundi? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Eastern Africa | Continent: Africa

Burundi flag
6Visa-free
0eVisa
192Visa on arrival
0Visa required

Burundi entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 6 can enter Burundi visa-free (most commonly for up to 90 days) and 192 can get a visa on arrival. No passport needs to arrange a visa before travel.

198 of 198 passports can travel to Burundi without arranging anything before departure.

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Burundi entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Burundi
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaVisa on arrival
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaVisa on arrival
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa on arrival

Burundi visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Burundi.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa64700
Asia05100
Europe04500
North America02300
Oceania01400
South America01200

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 6
Visa on arrival 192

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Burundi?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 6 can enter visa-free and 192 can get a visa on arrival. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Burundi without a visa?

6 passports have visa-free access to Burundi, including Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Dem. Rep. Congo, S. Sudan and Uganda. The most common visa-free stay is 90 days.

Does Burundi offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 192 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Burundi. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Burundi?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 53 can enter Burundi visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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