Burundi
South Africa
South Africa visa for Burundian citizens
Entry requirement
South Africa requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- South Africa visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which South Africa visa?
Visitor's visa (section 11 of the Immigration Act) and visa-exempt holiday visits
Key facts
- Fee
- ZAR 425
All visa types for South Africa
For the tourist visa, South Africa’s official sources give a standard fee of ZAR 425.
South African missions in Burundi
- Embassy of South Africa in Bujumbura
Ave. de la Plage, Parcel number 6510/DIV.A, Quartier Asiatique, Boite, Postale 185, Bujumbura
South Africa has 1 mission in Burundi, with its embassy in Bujumbura.
South African citizens travelling to Burundi
South AfricaBurundi Visa on arrival Burundi visa for citizens of South Africa
Travel advice for South Africa
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- 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.
Burundian citizens planning a trip to South Africa can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates South Africa at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 26 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to South Africa (updated 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for South Africa (updated 28 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Burundian citizens can stay in South Africa
How long Burundian citizens may stay in South Africa is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Burundian citizens apply
In Burundi, applications go to the South African embassy in Bujumbura, or to a visa centre acting for South Africa; fees, documents and processing times are published by South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for Burundian citizens
Eswatini and Lesotho require Burundian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Burundi
South African citizens receive their visa for Burundi at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Where is the South African embassy in Burundi?
The South African embassy in Burundi is in Bujumbura.
How much does the South Africa tourist visa cost?
South Africa’s official sources give a standard fee of ZAR 425 for the tourist visa.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Burundi?
South African citizens receive their visa for Burundi at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can Burundian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
No; Burundian citizens need a visa for South Africa obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.