Burundi passport → Ethiopia

Ethiopia visa for citizens of Burundi

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

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

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 · Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 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

How to apply

1
Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
This visa on arrival is only available at this airport.
2
Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter
Locate the immigration or visa issuance counter before passport control.
3
Complete application form
Fill out the form provided at the counter with personal and travel details.
4
Submit documents and pay fee
Hand over passport, photo, form, onward ticket, and pay the visa fee.
5
Receive visa and enter Ethiopia
Once processed, visa is stamped in the passport and you may proceed through immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
Must have at least one blank page.
Passport-size photograph
Usually required for visa issuance.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Ethiopia.

Financial

Payment for visa fee
Paid at the airport – exact amount not specified.

Supporting

Completed application form (at airport)
Provided at the visa counter at arrival.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is only obtainable at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport – not at land borders or other airports.
e-Visa holders must also arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Requirements and fees may change; check with Ethiopian Immigration before travel.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.

No onward/return ticket

Always carry proof of your departure from Ethiopia (e.g., return flight booking).

Incorrect or incomplete documentation

Bring a passport photo and ensure the application form is complete.

FAQ

Do citizens of Burundi need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of Burundi can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

How long can citizens of Burundi stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of Burundi need for Ethiopia?

Passport (valid for at least 6 months from arrival); Passport-size photograph; Completed application form (at airport); Return or onward ticket; Payment for visa fee.

How long must my passport be valid for Ethiopia?

At least 6 months.

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