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Burundi visa for Rwandan citizens
Entry requirement
Rwandan citizens do not need a visa for Burundi: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 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 Rwanda
BurundiRwanda Visa-free, 180 days Rwanda 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.
Rwandan citizens 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Rwandan citizens can stay in Burundi
Rwandan citizens may stay in Burundi for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Burundi.
Burundi’s neighbours for Rwandan citizens
Tanzania and DR Congo admit Rwandan citizens visa-free.
Burundian citizens travelling to Rwanda
Burundian citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 180 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Rwanda and Burundi.
Frequently asked questions
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Rwandan citizens do not need a visa for Burundi: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Rwandan citizens stay in Burundi?
Rwandan citizens can stay in Burundi for up to 90 days.
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Rwanda?
Burundian citizens can visit Rwanda without a visa for up to 180 days.
Can Rwandan citizens enter Burundi visa-free?
Yes, Rwandan citizens can enter Burundi without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
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.