How to get a Burundi visa from Seychelles
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Seychellois passport holders travelling to Burundi.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Burundi.
Business visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$90
Tourist visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$90
Application requirements
Documents Seychellois applicants need to provide.
- A duly signed Burundi visa application.
- A recent 2x2 passport photographs in color, front view and with a plain, white background.
- A letter of invitation from the host or sponsor in Burundi.
- An original signed Seychelles passport with six months validity beyond the duration of stay, with at least two blank passports.
- Amendment pages in the back of the passports are suitable for visa stamps.
- A copy of the hotel reservation confirming the applicant’s accommodation.
- A letter from employer or sponsoring company with the company’s letterhead
- A copy of the travel itinerary.
- International certificate of vaccination against yellow fever.
- Proof of financial status.
Visa type details
Business visa
- Seychelles who intend to travel to Burundi for vacation, tourism, sightseeing, or other leisure activities are eligible to apply for the To Burundian tourist visa.
- Physical passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion and one blank visa page
- The tourist visa also allows foreign nationals to visit friends or relatives residing in Burundi.
- You are required to provide a copy of your return flight ticket.
- You should also provide proof that you can cater to all your financial needs while in Burundi by submitting recent copies of your bank account statements.
- You are also advised to get vaccinations yellow fever.
- Company business letter - Generate one now and print on your company letterhead.
- One copy of flight itinerary.
Tourist visa
- This visa allows Seychelles to visit Burundi for leisure and tourism purposes.
- A valid Burundi visa and a passport with at least six months' validity is required of a Seychelles citizen.
- Seychelles visiting their families and friends in Burundi are eligible for this type of visa.
- Letter of Consent.
- Overstaying your tourist visa may lead to deportation.
- During the visa processing, you are required to submit your online application at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Website.
- If applying through a travel agency, you are expected to present a letter stating you have been granted the agency the right to apply on your behalf.
- Bank statements of last three months are to be provided.
- Travelers are required to provide proof of sufficient funds. The proof must be in a form of a copy of a statement from the bank, showing evidence of financial capability or funds covering the period of stay in Burundi, which translates to sixty USD daily.
- Copies of your flight tickets are necessary.
- Birth Certificate.
- Parent's proof of Status.
- Your passports have to be valid for at least six months from the day of entry.
- The process of a tourist visa takes about 15 days.
Where to apply
Burundi embassy & visa application centers in Seychelles.
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AddressThere is currently no Embassy of Burundi in Seychelles. Applicants are to visit a neighboring country for their visa applications.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the primary religions in Burundi
The religions of Burundi are Christian 67% (Roman Catholic 62%, Protestant 5%), indigenous beliefs 32%, Muslim 1%. Although the Burundi constitution guarantees religious freedom.
What is the country code for Burundi
Burundi telephone code 257
What is the official currency of 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.
What is Burundi famous for
Burundi is blessed with an abundance of wildlife and greenery too. Its countryside boasts of myriad plant and animal species that include crocodiles, antelopes, antelopes, and hippopotamuses. Burundi is one of the smallest countries in Africa. Lake Tanganyika in Burundi is an African Great Lake.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Burundi visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.