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title: Burundi visa for citizens of the Central African Republic
description: "Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Burundi. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $90. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Burundi visa for citizens of the Central African Republic

Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Burundi.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $90
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay, such as cash or bank statement.

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents including passport, photos, proof of onward travel, accommodation, funds, and yellow fever certificate.
2. **Travel to Burundi** — Arrive at Bujumbura International Airport or designated land border with complete documents.
3. **Proceed to visa on arrival counter** — Upon arrival, go to the visa on arrival queue at immigration.
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present all documents and pay the visa fee of USD 90 in cash.
5. **Receive visa and enter** — After processing, receive the visa stamp in passport and proceed to immigration clearance.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Completed visa application form (usually provided at port of entry)** (Travel): Filled on arrival.
- **Passport-size photographs (2)** (Identity): White background, recent.
- **Proof of onward/return ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight reservation.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash equivalent to cover stay.
- **Hotel reservation or invitation letter** (Travel): Confirmed accommodation for duration of stay.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): International certificate of vaccination, required for all arrivals.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not strictly required but strongly recommended.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of USD 200 per month of stay (estimated)
- Bank statement
- Cash in foreign currency

Proof of sufficient funds required at entry, may be checked by immigration.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available at Bujumbura International Airport and certain land borders; check current ports of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Ensure you have the international yellow fever vaccination card before travel.
- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Renew your passport before traveling.
- **Inadequate funds or no return ticket** — Carry enough cash/card and a confirmed onward ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Burundi?

Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Burundi. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of the Central African Republic stay in Burundi?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Burundi visa cost for citizens of the Central African Republic?

Government fee: $90.

### What documents do citizens of the Central African Republic need for Burundi?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay; Completed visa application form (usually provided at port of entry); Passport-size photographs (2); Proof of onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Hotel reservation or invitation letter; and 2 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Burundi?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Burundi visa for every passport](/visa/burundi)
- [Every destination for Central African Republic passport holders](/visa/passport/central-african-republic)