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title: Canada visa for citizens of Burundi
description: Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 180 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Canada visa for citizens of Burundi

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

Application site: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Proof of funds:** Proof of financial means to support your stay in Canada

## How to apply

1. **Identify visa type** — Choose the right immigration program for your stay in Canada.
2. **Submit application and pay fees** — Complete your application, pay IRCC fees, and submit to IRCC.
3. **Wait for Biometric Instruction Letter** — IRCC will contact you when it's time to enroll your biometrics.
4. **Book a VAC appointment** — Find your closest VAC and schedule an appointment.
5. **Visit the VAC** — Enroll your biometrics and submit any documents.
6. **Check application status** — Stay informed about the progress of your application.
7. **Wait for passport request letter** — IRCC will send a letter requesting your passport and additional documents.
8. **Submit passport through VAC** — Use the VAC to send your passport to IRCC.
9. **Collect passport and decision** — Get your documents back from the VAC.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid travel document (passport)** (Identity): Must be valid for the duration of your stay.
- **Proof of financial means** (Financial): Bank statements, pay slips, or other evidence of funds.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Hotel bookings and flight reservations.
- **Proof of ties to home country** (Supporting): Employment letter, property deeds, or family ties.
- **Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Supporting): For temporary resident visa.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Must meet IRCC specifications.
- **Biometrics fee receipt** (Supporting): Paid when submitting application.
- **Additional documents as requested by IRCC** (Supporting, optional): Based on individual circumstances.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa).

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

Up to 180 days.

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

Valid travel document (passport); Proof of financial means; Travel itinerary; Proof of ties to home country; Completed visa application form (IMM 5257); Passport-size photographs; and 2 more.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [Welcome to VFS Global | VFS Canada](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/zaf/en/can)
- [Welcome to VFS Global | VFS Canada](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/cod/en/can)
- [Welcome to VFS Global | VFS Canada](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/tza/en/can)
- [canada.ca](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html)

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