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Visitor Visa (Family/Temporary)

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–2 weeks

Estimated Cost

USD $90

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 month

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Short-stay entry visa for tourism, family visits, and social purposes.

The Visitor Visa is a short-stay entry permit designed for individuals traveling to Burundi for non-economic purposes such as tourism or visiting family and friends. It is a centralized visa category managed by the Commissariat Général des Migrations. While entry is possible via visa-on-arrival, pre-travel application at an embassy is strongly advised.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 month

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Burundi

Stay Extension Visa (Visa de séjour)

ValidityUp to 6 months

Processing1-3 business days

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity beyond the date of entry)

Proof of sufficient funds

Invitation letter from family members or friends residing in Burundi (must include host contact information, address, and proof of host's status in Burundi)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed and signed visa application forms

Two recent passport-sized photos

Copy of Yellow Fever vaccination certificate

Invitation letter

Proof of accommodation (if not staying with the host)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Covers a wide range of social purposes
Can be extended in-country

Worth Knowing

Visa on arrival is available but embassy application is recommended to avoid travel disruptions
Strict requirement for Yellow Fever vaccination
Lack of valid passport
Missing Yellow Fever vaccination certificate

Application Process

Prepare required documentation including invitation letter

Submit application to the nearest Burundian embassy or consulate

Pay the visa fee

Await processing (7-15 days)

Collect visa or obtain on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport

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