Burundi visa requirements for Burkinabe citizens in 2026
Last updated 8 May 2026
Checked 20 Jul 2026
Entry requirement
Visa required — apply online before you travel
Purpose
Tourism
How to enter
Burkinabe passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter Burundi.
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E-Visa
Burkinabe passport holders planning a visit to Burundi for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic visa (eVisa) must be applied for and approved online before travel. Processing typically takes several business days.
ENTRY
E-Visa
PURPOSE
Tourist
Optional · paid service
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Burundi from Burkina Faso?
Yes, a visa is required for Burkinabe citizens. Burkina Faso passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.
Do Burkinabe citizens need a visa for Burundi in 2026?
Yes, a visa is required for Burkinabe citizens. Burkina Faso passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.
Can Burkinabe citizens travel to Burundi?
Yes, Burkinabe citizens can travel to Burundi, but an E-Visa is required.
What is the maximum length of stay in Burundi with E-Visa for Burkinabe citizens?
The maximum length of stay in Burundi with E-Visa is not specified. Burkinabe citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Burkinabe citizen overstays their visa in Burundi?
Overstaying an E-Visa in Burundi can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Burundi in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
About Burundi
- Official
- Republic of Burundi
- Capital
- Gitega
- Currency
- Burundian franc
- Language
- French
- Calling code
- +257
- Population
- 12,332,788
- Region
- Africa · Eastern Africa
Reference links
Last checked 20 Jul 2026 ·
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.