Burundi
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Kenya visa for Burundian citizens
Entry requirement
Burundian citizens do not need a visa for Kenya: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Kenyan citizens travelling to Burundi
KenyaBurundi Visa-free, 90 days Burundi visa for citizens of Kenya
Travel advice for Kenya
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Burundi to Kenya, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Kenya at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Kenya (updated 30 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Kenya (updated 19 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Burundian citizens can stay in Kenya
Burundian citizens may stay in Kenya for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Kenya.
Kenya’s neighbours for Burundian citizens
Tanzania and Uganda admit Burundian citizens visa-free.
Kenyan citizens travelling to Burundi
Kenyan citizens do not need a visa for Burundi: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Burundi and Kenya.
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Burundian citizens do not need a visa for Kenya: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can Burundian citizens stay in Kenya?
Burundian citizens can stay in Kenya for up to 180 days.
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Kenyan citizens do not need a visa for Burundi: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Burundian citizens enter Kenya visa-free?
Yes, Burundian citizens can enter Kenya without a visa and stay for up to 180 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.