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Burundi visa for Malawian citizens
Entry requirement
Malawian 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 Malawi
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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 Malawi 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).
Good to know
How long Malawian citizens can stay in Burundi
Malawian citizens may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
How Malawian citizens apply
Malawian 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 Malawian citizens
Tanzania and Rwanda admit Malawian citizens visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to Malawi
Malawi requires a visa from Burundian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Malawian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Malawian citizens stay in Burundi?
Malawian citizens can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Malawi requires a visa from Burundian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Can Malawian citizens enter Burundi visa-free?
No; Malawian 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.