North Korea passport → Burundi

Burundi visa for citizens of North Korea

Visa on arrival

Citizens of North Korea 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
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Arrive at a Burundi port of entry (airport or land border)
Proceed to the immigration counter at Bujumbura International Airport or an authorised land border crossing.
2
Obtain and complete the visa-on-arrival application form
Fill out the form provided by immigration officials with personal and travel details.
3
Submit passport, photos, and supporting documents
Hand over your valid passport, two photos, completed form, onward ticket, and any other requested documents.
4
Pay the visa fee in cash
Pay the prescribed fee (USD or local currency) at the visa fee counter.
5
Wait for visa processing
Processing is typically done on the spot; may take 15–60 minutes.
6
Receive your passport with visa vignette
Your passport will be stamped with the visa, indicating the duration of stay.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (6 months validity minimum with at least 2 blank pages)
Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival and have at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-size photographs
Two recent passport-size photos (often 35x45mm).

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of a confirmed onward/return flight out of Burundi.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel reservation or letter of invitation not always required but recommended.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
May be requested to show you can support yourself during stay.

Supporting

Completed visa application form
Obtain and fill out the visa-on-arrival application form (usually at the border).
Visa fee (cash in USD or local currency)
Fee payable on arrival; amount not specified but usually around USD 40-90.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Mandatory for all travellers arriving from endemic countries; may be checked at border.

Good to know

Visa-on-arrival availability for North Korean passport holders is not widely tested; confirm with the nearest Burundian embassy before travel.
Only Bujumbura International Airport and certain land borders officially issue visas on arrival; check latest official sources.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete documents (missing photos, insufficient passport validity, no onward ticket)

Bring all required documents as listed and ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months.

Incorrect fee (cash only, exact amount not known)

Carry sufficient cash in USD to cover the fee (ask embassy for current amount).

FAQ

Do citizens of North Korea need a visa for Burundi?

Citizens of North Korea can get a visa on arrival in Burundi.

How long can citizens of North Korea stay in Burundi?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of North Korea need for Burundi?

Valid passport (6 months validity minimum with at least 2 blank pages); Passport-size photographs; Completed visa application form; Visa fee (cash in USD or local currency); Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 2 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for Burundi?

At least 6 months.

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