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How to get a Burundi visa from Namibia
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Namibian 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 Namibian applicants need to provide.
- Passport with a validity of at least six months from the period of exiting the country. The passport must contain two blank pages.
- Correctly filled visa application form signed by the applicant.
- Two copies of identical passport photographs taken with a white background. The photographs must not be older than 6 months.
- Original bank statement covering the last six months prior to the period of visa application.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period of stay in Burundi.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- Proof of civil status.
Visa type details
Business visa
- The business visa is for Namibians travelling to Burundi for business-related purposes.
- A business cover letter detailing the duration and purpose of your trip is needed from your company in Namibia.
- An invitation letter from the inviting company in Burundi is also necessary for this visa application. The letter should introduce you, detail the purpose of the trip, provide dates of the visit and be signed by a company officer with contact details included.
- passport or obtain a new one prior to applying for your visa.
- Two 2 Passport photographs that meet the required standard for visa application.
- Please provide a copy of your Hotel Reservation.
- However, if you are staying with a friend or host, a letter of explanation from your host, including a copy of your host's passport/national ID/visa (both notarized) are required
- You must provide a copy of your roundtrip airline confirmation indicating the dates of entry and exit from the country you intend to visit. Your name must be on the ticket (do not send original ticket).
- An International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required. You may submit either the original booklet or a photocopy of the booklet itself.
Tourist visa
- Foreigners who have the intention of visiting Burundi for the purpose of leisure and tourism are the eligible applicants of this visa.
- This visa allows foreign nationals to visit their family and friends who hold permanent residency in the country.
- If you are visiting a friend or relative in the country, a letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must contain the valid contact information of the host.
- A letter from your employer in Namibia is required.
- Applicants of this visa are allowed to attend festivals and events while they are in the country.
- An International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required. You may submit either the original booklet or a photocopy of the booklet itself.
- Foreigners on this visa are not allowed to engage in business activities during their time in the country.
- All applicants of this visa should submit the receipt of paid visa application fees.
Where to apply
Burundi embassy & visa application centers in Namibia.
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AddressThere is currently no Embassy of Burundi in Namibia. Applicants are to visit a neighboring country for their visa applications.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burundi safe for tourists
Burundi is not a safe destination for travellers. Many governments advise their citizens not to travel to the country as it is considered very high risk.
What is Burundi known for
Burundi, officially known as the 'Republic of Burundi' is a country located in the Great Lakes region in the continent of Africa. Burundi is a country that's blessed with an abundance of tea and coffee plantations, the cultivation and sale of coffee accounts for its single highest revenue earning economic activity.
What is the capital city of Burundi
The capital city of Burundi is Gitega.
What currency is used in Burundi
The currency used in Burundi is the Burundi Franc (BIF). It is divided into 100 centimes. The symbol used for the Burundi Franc is FBu.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Burundi visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.