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Burundi Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Egyptian citizens can get a visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport - fee around USD 90 for a single-entry tourist visa, issued on the spot.

Guide last updated October 17, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival
  • Completed arrival visa form (available at the airport)
  • Proof of accommodation or invitation letter
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for entry)
  • Cash in USD or EUR to pay the visa fee (cards not reliably accepted at the border)

Visa types

  • Single-entry tourist visa on arrival: valid up to 30 days, fee around USD 90
  • East African Tourist Visa: multi-country visa covering Burundi, Rwanda, and Kenya, available in advance online, not issued on arrival
  • Business visa: requires a formal invitation letter from a Burundian entity, often needs pre-approval

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (Bujumbura) for most nationalities including Egyptians
  • Steps: present passport and arrival form at the immigration desk, show onward ticket and accommodation proof, pay the fee in cash, receive the visa stamp
  • Processing is done on the spot, typically within 15-30 minutes depending on queue
  • Overland border crossings may have less consistent visa-on-arrival availability - airport arrival is more reliable

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: approximately USD 90 for single entry (30 days)
  • Payment accepted in USD or EUR cash; always carry exact or close change
  • Processing time: immediate, usually under 30 minutes at the airport desk
  • No official express option since it is already processed on arrival

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Carry sufficient USD cash since currency exchange facilities at the airport can be limited
  • Common issues: missing yellow fever certificate, no proof of onward travel
  • Double-check current validity of the yellow fever requirement before departure, as it is strictly enforced
  • If traveling onward to Rwanda or Kenya, consider the East African Tourist Visa instead, applied for in advance

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.