Ivory Coast
Burundi
Burundi visa for Ivorian citizens
Entry requirement
Ivorian citizens 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
Burundian citizens travelling to Ivory Coast
BurundiIvory Coast Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Ivory Coast 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 No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Ivorian citizens 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 Ivorian citizens can stay in Burundi
Ivorian citizens may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
How Ivorian citizens apply
Ivorian 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.
Burundi’s neighbours for Ivorian citizens
Rwanda admits Ivorian citizens visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to Ivory Coast
Before flying to Ivory Coast, Burundian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ivorian citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Ivorian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Ivorian citizens stay in Burundi?
Ivorian citizens can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Ivory Coast?
Before flying to Ivory Coast, Burundian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Can Ivorian citizens enter Burundi visa-free?
No; Ivorian 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.