Central African Republic
Burundi
Burundi visa for citizens of the Central African Republic
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Burundian citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
BurundiCentral African Republic Visa-free, 90 days Central African Republic visa for citizens of Burundi
Travel advice for Burundi
- 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 the Central African Republic to Burundi, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Burundi at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 28 April 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Burundi (updated 21 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Burundi (updated 5 November 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Central African Republic can stay in Burundi
Citizens of the Central African Republic may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
How citizens of the Central African Republic apply
Citizens of the Central African Republic receive the visa for Burundi at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Burundi’s neighbours for citizens of the Central African Republic
Rwanda admits citizens of the Central African Republic visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
The Central African Republic admits Burundian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Burundi?
Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of the Central African Republic stay in Burundi?
Citizens of the Central African Republic can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?
The Central African Republic admits Burundian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can citizens of the Central African Republic enter Burundi visa-free?
No; citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa on arrival in Burundi.
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.