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Burundi visa for citizens of Eswatini

Entry requirement

Visa on arrival up to 30 days

Citizens of Eswatini 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 31 October 2026 · Passport Index

For longer stays: study, work and residence

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Burundian citizens travelling to Eswatini

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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.

Before travelling from Eswatini 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 no travel warning for Burundi (updated 27 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.

Good to know

How long citizens of Eswatini can stay in Burundi

Citizens of Eswatini may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.

How citizens of Eswatini apply

Citizens of Eswatini 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 Eswatini

Tanzania and Rwanda admit citizens of Eswatini visa-free.

Burundian citizens travelling to Eswatini

Burundian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Eswatini.

Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Eswatini need a visa for Burundi?

Citizens of Eswatini can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can citizens of Eswatini stay in Burundi?

Citizens of Eswatini can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.

Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Eswatini?

Burundian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Eswatini.

Can citizens of Eswatini enter Burundi visa-free?

No; citizens of Eswatini need a visa on arrival in Burundi.

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.