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title: Bhutan visa for citizens of Burundi
description: "Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa. Fee: $40. Processing: 5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Bhutan visa for citizens of Burundi

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.mfa.gov.bt/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa (Tourist)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Processing time:** 5 days
- **Government fee:** $40
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather passport (valid 6+ months), photo, accommodation proof, flight itinerary, and SDF payment receipt.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out the eVisa application form on the official Bhutan immigration website.
3. **Pay visa fee and SDF** — Pay the $40 visa fee and the $100 per night Sustainable Development Fee online.
4. **Submit application** — Upload all required documents and submit the application electronically.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes up to 5 business days.
6. **Receive eVisa approval** — If approved, you will receive an eVisa clearance letter via email.
7. **Print eVisa** — Print the eVisa approval letter to present upon arrival in Bhutan.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity from arrival date)** (Identity): Must have at least one blank page for entry stamp
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent, color, white background
- **Visa application form** (Supporting): Complete online via Bhutan eVisa portal
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or tour itinerary
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed round-trip flight reservation
- **Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) payment receipt** (Financial): $100 per person per night (discounts for children)
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): $40 per person
- **Travel insurance** (Financial, optional): Recommended but not mandatory

## Good to know

- All visitors must pay a Sustainable Development Fee of $100 per person per night.
- Travelers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
- HIV-positive travelers may be subject to restrictions for stays over two weeks.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and ensure information matches your passport exactly.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
- **Failure to pay SDF or visa fee** — Pay all required fees online before submitting the application.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Burundi need a visa for Bhutan?

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa (Tourist).

### How much does the Bhutan visa cost for citizens of Burundi?

Government fee: $40.

### How long does Bhutan visa processing take?

Typically 5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Burundi need for Bhutan?

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity from arrival date); Passport-size photograph; Visa application form; Proof of accommodation; Flight itinerary; Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) payment receipt; and 2 more.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.mfa.gov.bt/

## Sources

- [Bhutan International Travel Information](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bhutan.html)
- Bhutanese visa requirements for Burundian citizens (apply.joinsherpa.com, third-party site)
- Georgia Visa for Burundi Nationals from Bhutan - IEvisa (ievisa.com, third-party site)
- [mfa.gov.bt](https://www.mfa.gov.bt/)

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- [Bhutan visa for every passport](/visa/bhutan)
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