Republic of the Congo
Burundi
Burundi visa for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Burundian citizens travelling to the Republic of the Congo
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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 Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo 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 a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Burundi (updated 5 November 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Republic of the Congo can stay in Burundi
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo may stay in Burundi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
How citizens of the Republic of the Congo apply
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo 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 the Republic of the Congo
DR Congo and Rwanda admit citizens of the Republic of the Congo visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to the Republic of the Congo
The Republic of the Congo requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for Burundi?
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of the Republic of the Congo stay in Burundi?
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo can stay in Burundi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo requires Burundian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can citizens of the Republic of the Congo enter Burundi visa-free?
No; citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa on arrival in Burundi.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.