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Rwanda
Rwanda visa for Burundian citizens
Entry requirement
Burundian citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 180 days.
- 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
Rwandan citizens travelling to Burundi
RwandaBurundi Visa-free, 90 days Burundi visa for citizens of Rwanda
Travel advice for Rwanda
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Burundi to Rwanda, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Rwanda at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 3 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Rwanda (updated 4 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Rwanda (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Burundian citizens can stay in Rwanda
Burundian citizens may stay in Rwanda for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Rwanda.
Rwanda’s neighbours for Burundian citizens
Tanzania, DR Congo and Uganda admit Burundian citizens visa-free.
Rwandan citizens travelling to Burundi
Burundi admits Rwandan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Burundi and Rwanda.
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
Burundian citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 180 days.
How long can Burundian citizens stay in Rwanda?
Burundian citizens can stay in Rwanda for up to 180 days.
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Burundi admits Rwandan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Burundian citizens enter Rwanda visa-free?
Yes, Burundian citizens can enter Rwanda 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.