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Burundi
Burundi visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
Burundi issues German citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at burundiembassy-germany.de
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Burundian citizens travelling to Germany
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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.
For a trip from Germany to Burundi, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 German citizens can stay in Burundi
German citizens may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
How German citizens apply
German citizens 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.
Burundian citizens travelling to Germany
Germany requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Burundi issues German citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
How long can German citizens stay in Burundi?
German citizens can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Germany?
Germany requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can German citizens enter Burundi visa-free?
No; German citizens 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.