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title: Lebanon visa for citizens of Burundi
description: "Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Lebanon and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: 5–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Lebanon visa for citizens of Burundi

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Lebanon 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.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visa on Approval (in person application)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–10 days
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds (equivalent to $50 per day of stay)

## How to apply

1. **Contact Lebanese Embassy in Bujumbura for appointment** — Call or email to schedule a personal appearance for submission.
2. **Prepare all required documents** — Collect original and copies of passport, photos, itinerary, hotel booking, bank statement, and fee.
3. **Attend appointment at embassy** — Submit documents in person, pay visa fee, and provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
4. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 5–10 working days.
5. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to embassy in person or arrange delivery (if offered).

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank visa pages)** (Travel): Original and copy of biodata page
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Available at embassy or online
- **Two recent passport-size photographs (white background)** (Supporting): Size 4.3×5.5 cm
- **Travel itinerary or flight booking** (Travel): Round-trip or onward flight booking
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds
- **Proof of employment or leave approval** (Employment, optional): For employed applicants
- **Travel insurance covering medical expenses** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but recommended
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Proof of payment of $50
- **Passport copy (all used pages)** (Travel): Photocopy of entire passport

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent to $50 per day of stay
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Proof of sufficient funds to cover stay and return.

## Good to know

- Visa is single entry only, valid for 3 months from issue date.
- Biometrics appointment is mandatory; no walk-ins.
- Visa fee is non-refundable if application is denied.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all documents against embassy checklist before submission.
- **Insufficient financial proof** — Ensure bank statement shows at least $50 per day of stay.
- **Criminal record or security concerns** — Provide a police clearance certificate if requested.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before applying.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Lebanon and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on Approval (in person application).

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Lebanon visa cost for citizens of Burundi?

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Lebanon visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank visa pages); Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (white background); Travel itinerary or flight booking; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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