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Burundi Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Pakistani citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport for Burundi; fee is USD 90 payable in cash, with the stamp issued immediately on arrival.

Guide last updated October 19, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry into Burundi.
  • Completed arrival visa application form (available at the airport counter)
  • One recent passport-size photo
  • Confirmed return/onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
  • USD cash for the visa fee (card payment is generally not accepted at the border)
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for entry into Burundi)
  • Biometrics (photo and fingerprints) are collected at the immigration counter on arrival
  • Travel health insurance is recommended

Visa types

  • Single-entry Visa on Arrival: Tourist/Business, valid for up to 30 days, fee USD 90
  • Transit Visa on Arrival: for short stays en route to another destination, valid up to 7 days, fee USD 40
  • Multiple-entry visas are not issued on arrival; these must be arranged in advance through a Burundian diplomatic mission

Visa on arrival

  • Visa on arrival for Burundi is issued at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport in Bujumbura (the main port of entry for most travelers).
  • Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter before the main immigration desk
  • Submit the passport, photo, and completed form along with the yellow fever certificate
  • Pay the USD 90 fee in cash (small denomination notes recommended)
  • Biometrics are captured at the counter
  • The visa stamp is affixed and the passport is stamped for entry, usually within 15-30 minutes depending on queue length

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: USD 90 (about PKR 25,300), payable only in cash USD
  • Transit visa on arrival fee: USD 40
  • No separate service fee, as this is paid directly to immigration
  • Processing time: typically 15-30 minutes at the airport counter
  • No formal express option; arriving outside peak flight hours reduces queue time

Tips for Pakistan travelers

  • Carry exact USD cash, as change may not always be available and cards are not reliably accepted
  • Common issues: missing yellow fever certificate (this can lead to denied boarding by the airline or being turned back at immigration), so carry it from Pakistan
  • Have printed proof of accommodation and return ticket ready, as officers may ask to see them
  • Arrive with some flexibility in your schedule in case of queues during peak arrival times
  • Extensions beyond 30 days can be requested at the Directorate General of Immigration in Bujumbura before the visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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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.