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Entry/Exit Requirements

Last verified: Sep 04, 2026

Entry Requirements at a Glance

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PassportRequirementTypical stayApproval Rate
Australia Visa on arrival 30 days —
Bangladesh Visa on arrival 30 days —
Brazil Visa on arrival 30 days —
Canada Visa on arrival 30 days —
China Visa on arrival 30 days —
Germany Visa on arrival 30 days —
India Visa on arrival 30 days —
Nigeria Visa on arrival 30 days —
Philippines Visa on arrival 30 days —
Singapore Visa on arrival 30 days —
United Arab Emirates Visa on arrival 30 days —
United Kingdom Visa on arrival 30 days —
United States of America Visa on arrival 30 days —
Vietnam Visa on arrival 30 days —

Sourced from live visa requirement data. Provided for general guidance only and may not reflect the latest rule changes — confirm with the relevant embassy or consulate before booking travel.

A passport valid for at least six months and evidence of immunization against yellow fever are required for entry.

As of April 2015, visitors are no longer able to obtain a Burundian visa upon arrival at port of entry. For visa information, contact the Embassy of Burundi. Overseas inquiries should be made at the nearest Burundi embassy or consulate.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Burundi.

Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.

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Population: 11,890,784


Total Land Area: 25,680 km2


Population/km2: 463.04


Official Visa Info: Commissariat Général des Migrations (PNPM)