- Address
- Ave. de la Plage, Parcel number 6510/DIV.A, Quartier Asiatique, Boite, Postale 185, Bujumbura
- Phone
- +257 2224 8220
- Head of mission
- M S Bungane
South Africa
Burundi
South African Embassy in Burundi
1 embassy
In Burundi, South Africa has an embassy in Bujumbura. Burundian citizens need a visa for South Africa, obtained before travel.
South African Embassy in Bujumbura
At Ave. de la Plage, Parcel number 6510/DIV.A, Quartier Asiatique, Boite, Postale 185, Bujumbura, the South African embassy represents South Africa towards Burundi. The head of mission on record is M S Bungane. Its phone number is on its page.
South Africa visa for Burundian citizens
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South Africa visa requirements for citizens of Burundi
- Visitor's visa – holiday, business meetings, conferences (section 11)
- Transit visa
- Study, work and long-stay visas – brief
- Fee: ZAR 425
- 6 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Burundian citizens need a visa for South Africa, obtained before travel. In Burundi, applications go to the South African embassy in Bujumbura, or to a visa centre working for South Africa.
Burundi’s missions in South Africa
Missions of Burundi in South Africa (1)
In return, Burundi has an embassy in South Africa, in Pretoria.
Good to know
South Africa in Burundi
Worldwide, South Africa has 202 missions in 129 countries; one of them is in Burundi.
Travel to Burundi for South African citizens
South African citizens can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days. In Burundi, South African citizens can turn to the South African embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the South African embassy in Burundi is closed
The South African 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 South Africa, such as Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the South African embassy in Burundi?
The South African embassy is in Bujumbura, at Ave. de la Plage, Parcel number 6510/DIV.A, Quartier Asiatique, Boite, Postale 185, Bujumbura.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Burundian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Burundi issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Does Burundi have an embassy in South Africa?
Yes, Burundi has its embassy in Pretoria.