DR Congo
Burundi
Burundi visa for citizens of DR Congo
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by citizens of DR Congo for Burundi, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Burundian citizens travelling to DR Congo
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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 No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Citizens of DR Congo planning a trip to Burundi can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 no travel warning for Burundi (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of DR Congo can stay in Burundi
Citizens of DR Congo may stay in Burundi for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
Burundi’s neighbours for citizens of DR Congo
Rwanda admits citizens of DR Congo visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to DR Congo
Burundian citizens can enter DR Congo without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between DR Congo and Burundi.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of DR Congo need a visa for Burundi?
No visa is needed by citizens of DR Congo for Burundi, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of DR Congo stay in Burundi?
Citizens of DR Congo can stay in Burundi for up to 90 days.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for DR Congo?
Burundian citizens can enter DR Congo without a visa.
Can citizens of DR Congo enter Burundi visa-free?
Yes, citizens of DR Congo can enter Burundi without a visa and stay for up to 90 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.