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Burundi visa for citizens of Lesotho

Entry requirement

Visa on arrival up to 30 days

Citizens of Lesotho 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

All visa types for Burundi

Burundian citizens travelling to Lesotho

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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 Lesotho 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 Lesotho can stay in Burundi

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

How citizens of Lesotho apply

Citizens of Lesotho 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 Lesotho

Tanzania and Rwanda admit citizens of Lesotho visa-free.

Burundian citizens travelling to Lesotho

Burundian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Lesotho.

Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Lesotho need a visa for Burundi?

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

How long can citizens of Lesotho stay in Burundi?

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

Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Lesotho?

Burundian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Lesotho.

Can citizens of Lesotho enter Burundi visa-free?

No; citizens of Lesotho 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.