Mali
Burundi
Burundi visa for Malian citizens
Entry requirement
Malian 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 Mali
BurundiMali Visa required Mali 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.
For a trip from Mali 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Malian citizens can stay in Burundi
Malian citizens may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
How Malian citizens apply
Malian 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 Malian citizens
Rwanda admits Malian citizens visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to Mali
Mali requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malian citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Malian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Malian citizens stay in Burundi?
Malian citizens can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Mali?
Mali requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Malian citizens enter Burundi visa-free?
No; Malian 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.