Laos
Burundi
Burundi visa for Lao citizens
Entry requirement
Lao 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 Laos
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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 Laos 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 Lao citizens can stay in Burundi
Lao citizens may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
How Lao citizens apply
Lao 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 Lao citizens
Rwanda admits Lao citizens visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to Laos
Burundian citizens need a visa for Laos, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Lao citizens can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Lao citizens stay in Burundi?
Lao citizens can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Laos?
Burundian citizens need a visa for Laos, obtained before travel.
Can Lao citizens enter Burundi visa-free?
No; Lao 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.