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title: Burundi visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
description: "Citizens of the United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom

Citizens of the United Kingdom can get a visa on arrival in Burundi.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist/Visitor
- **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
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Bujumbura International Airport or land border** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter upon arrival.
2. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present your passport, onward ticket, photos (if requested), and visa fee in cash.
3. **Receive visa and enter** — The visa is issued immediately at the border; you may enter Burundi.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid UK passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Burundi.
- **Visa fee in cash (USD)** (Financial): Payable upon arrival at the airport or border.
- **Passport-sized photographs** (Identity, optional): Some border posts may require 2 photos.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Mandatory for entry into Burundi.

## Good to know

- Carry exact visa fee in USD cash as no ATM or card payment is available at the border.
- Visa on arrival may not be available at all land borders — confirm before travel for specific crossing.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure your UK passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.
- **Lack of return/onward ticket** — Always have a printed or digital onward or return ticket.
- **Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Obtain the vaccination and carry the international certificate.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Kingdom need a visa for Burundi?

Citizens of the United Kingdom can get a visa on arrival in Burundi. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist/Visitor.

### How long can citizens of the United Kingdom stay in Burundi?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of the United Kingdom need for Burundi?

Valid UK passport; Return or onward ticket; Visa fee in cash (USD); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Passport-sized photographs; Proof of accommodation.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

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