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Russian Embassy in Burundi

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In Burundi, Russia has an embassy in Bujumbura. Burundian citizens need a visa for Russia, obtained before travel.

Russian Embassy in Bujumbura

Embassy of Russia in Bujumbura

Embassy · Bujumbura

Address: Boulevard de L'Uprona, Bujumbura
Phone: +257 67-77-78-88
Website: burundi.mid.ru
Head of mission: Ахметьянов Артем Вадимович

At Boulevard de L'Uprona, Bujumbura, the Russian embassy represents Russia towards Burundi. The head of mission on record is Ахметьянов Артем Вадимович. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Russia visa for Burundian citizens

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Russia visa requirements for citizens of Burundi

Unified electronic visa (e-visa)
Regular tourist visa
Private, business, study and work visas (invitation-based)
11 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Russia requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. From Burundi, the application is made at the Russian embassy in Bujumbura or through a visa centre appointed by Russia.

Burundi’s missions in Russia

Missions of Burundi in Russia (1)

In return, Burundi has an embassy in Russia, in Moscow.

Good to know

Russia in Burundi

Worldwide, Russia has 301 missions in 155 countries; one of them is in Burundi.

Travel to Burundi for Russian citizens

Burundi issues Russian citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance. In Burundi, Russian citizens can turn to the Russian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Russian embassy in Burundi is closed

The Russian embassy in Burundi closes on Burundi’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Unity Day on Friday 5 February 2027, and usually on some holidays of Russia, such as New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.