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Burundian Embassy in South Africa

1 embassy

Burundi is represented in South Africa by 1 mission: an embassy in Pretoria. Burundi issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.

Burundian Embassy in Pretoria

At Glyn Street North 20, 0083 Colbyn, the Burundian embassy represents Burundi towards South Africa. Its phone number is on its page.

Burundi visa for South African citizens

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Burundi issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.

South Africa’s missions in Burundi

Missions of South Africa in Burundi (1)

In return, South Africa has an embassy in Burundi, in Bujumbura.

Good to know

Burundi in South Africa

Worldwide, Burundi has 30 missions in 25 countries; one of them is in South Africa.

Travel to South Africa for Burundian citizens

Burundian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to South Africa. In South Africa, Burundian citizens can turn to the Burundian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Burundian embassy in South Africa is closed

The Burundian embassy in South Africa closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Burundi, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Burundian embassy in South Africa?

The Burundian embassy is in Pretoria, at Glyn Street North 20, 0083 Colbyn.

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.

Do Burundian citizens need a visa for South Africa?

South Africa requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Does South Africa have an embassy in Burundi?

Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Bujumbura.