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title: Burundi visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe
description: "Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Burundi. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Burundi visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe 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
- **Processing time:** On arrival

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Burundi port of entry** — Proceed to the visa on arrival counter at the airport or land border.
2. **Submit required documents** — Present passport, photo, and any other requested documents to immigration officer.
3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee (if any) in cash (likely USD or local currency).
4. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer will stamp the visa into your passport.
5. **Proceed to passport control** — After visa issuance, go through passport control for entry clearance.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Usually one recent photo.
- **Visa application form (if required on arrival)** (Supporting): May be provided at the border.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Burundi.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for all travelers arriving from endemic countries.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested to cover stay expenses.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival availability and conditions may change without notice; confirm with Burundi embassy or official sources before travel.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and blank pages for visa stamp.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity or blank pages** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages.
- **Missing required documents (e.g., yellow fever certificate)** — Carry all required documents, especially vaccination certificate if arriving from endemic area.
- **Inability to pay visa fee in acceptable currency** — Carry sufficient USD or local currency (BIF) for the fee.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for Burundi?

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Burundi. Visa type: Visa on Arrival.

### What documents do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need for Burundi?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Passport-size photograph; Visa application form (if required on arrival); Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

## More

- [Burundi visa for every passport](/visa/burundi)
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