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How to get a Burundi visa from Ethiopia
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Ethiopian passport holders travelling to Burundi.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Burundi.
Business visa
Processing time15-30 days
Validity30 days
Fee (approx.)$90
Tourist visa
Processing time15-30 days
Validity30 days
Fee (approx.)$90
Application requirements
Documents Ethiopian applicants need to provide.
- An Ethiopia passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (2 x2') taken in white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- Ethiopians traveling to Burundi for tourism purposes can apply for the Burundi tourist visa.
- This visa is valid for 30 days and it is not extendable.
- Applicants are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- There is no currency restriction for entry and exit out of Burundi.
- The unit of currency of Burundi is the Burundi franc (BFr). Many mid and top-end hotels quote prices in US Dollars but payment in local currency is always accepted.
- A few ATMs in Bujumbura accept foreign Visa cards (and occasionally Mastercard) but when travelling outside of the city take all the cash you might need with you.
- Security forces routinely search vehicles and homes (including those of foreigners). Residential searches are allowed between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.; police must present identification and a warrant.
- Police maintain checkpoints throughout the country.
- No formal tourism industry infrastructure is in place. Tourists are considered to be participating in activities at their own risk.
- You are subject to local laws, regardless of your nationality. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.
- Convictions for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs are severe and result in long jail sentences and heavy fines.
- You may be questioned by the police if you are unable to produce an acceptable form of identification.
- It is illegal to take pictures of government buildings, military installations, and key infrastructures such as airports and border controls. You could be detained or arrested, fined, and have your equipment confiscated. Do not take photos of Burundians without their permission.
Business visa
- Ethiopians intending to travel to Burundi for business purposes can apply for the Burundian business visa.
- This visa is valid for 30 days, but it can be extended to 90 days.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Ethiopia should be provided. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of Burundi and signed by a senior manager.
- The letter should introduce the applicant and state the nature of the business to be conducted. If the applicant is meeting more than one company, the names and addresses of the companies should be stated.
- The letter should also state the following:
- Purpose of the trip.
- Activities to be performed during the trip.
- Source of financial responsibility or expenses to be covered by the applicant's company or host company.
- Duration of stay.
- An official letter of invitation from the host company in Burundi should be provided. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and signed by an authorized signatory of the company.
- The letter should state the duration and nature of the business to be carried out. The valid contact address of the company should be included in the letter.
- Proof of any previous dealings between the sponsoring and the host company should be provided, if any.
Where to apply
Burundi embassy & visa application centers in Ethiopia.
Adis Ababa
AddressBurundian Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ---- Nifas Silk Lafto Sub city, K-04, House No 1230 P.O. Box 22282 Code 1000 Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Phone(+251) 48 99190 9017
Website-
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Frequently asked questions
What does Burundi export
The top exports of Burundi are gold ($107M), coffee ($41.5M), tea ($13.6M), soap ($1.6M) and Niobium, Tantalum, Vanadium, and Zirconium ore ($1.34M).
Is Burundi safe for tourists
Burundi isn't a safe destination for travelers. While in Burundi, you should be very aware of your surroundings at all times. Both petty and violent crimes are common here.
What is Burundi known for
Burundi is a country blessed with an abundance of tea and coffee, both of which constitute the country's top revenue earner.
What is the population in Burundi
According to the 2017 revision of the World Population Prospects, the current population of Burundi stands at 10,524,117.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Burundi visa
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