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title: Burundi visa for citizens of Somalia
description: "Citizens of Somalia can get a visa on arrival in Burundi. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Burundi visa for citizens of Somalia

Citizens of Somalia can get a visa on arrival in Burundi.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-27. 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
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **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:** May be requested at border.

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a Burundi border entry point** — Go to the visa on arrival counter at the airport or land border.
2. **Obtain and complete the visa application form** — Fill out the form provided by immigration officers.
3. **Submit your passport and photograph** — Hand over your valid passport and one recent passport-sized photo.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the required fee in cash (USD or local currency).
5. **Receive visa sticker and proceed to immigration** — Once processed, the visa is affixed to your passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): One recent color photo, white background.
- **Visa application form (completed on arrival)** (Identity): Provided at the border entry point.
- **Visa fee (cash in USD or local currency)** (Financial): Exact amount to be confirmed at border.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Burundi.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash equivalent may be requested.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required if traveling from an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Cash

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested at the border.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at certain entry points; confirm before travel.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity.
- Have cash in USD for visa fee; credit cards may not be accepted.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Check passport validity is at least 6 months from entry date.
- **Missing required documents (onward ticket, photo, fee)** — Prepare all documents before arrival.
- **Previous immigration violations or being a persona non grata** — Ensure no previous overstay or ban in Burundi or East African region.

## FAQs

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

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

### How long can citizens of Somalia stay in Burundi?

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-sized photograph; Visa application form (completed on arrival); Visa fee (cash in USD or local currency); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; and 2 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Burundi visa for every passport](/visa/burundi)
- [Every destination for Somalia passport holders](/visa/passport/somalia)