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Canada to Burundi visa requirements

Canadian passport holders need a visa for Burundi. The recommended route is the official eVisa from the General Commissariat for Migration (migration.gov.bi); a visa on arrival is also available, but only at Bujumbura International Airport. A single-entry tourist visa costs USD 90 and is valid for a 1-month stay. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory. As of 2026-05-31, an ordinary Canadian passport holder requires a visa to visit Burundi for tourism. Burundi is not visa-free for Canadians and is not part of the Schengen area. The Government of Canada confirms a tourist visa is required. The most reliable channel is the official online eVisa through the General Commissariat for Migration (Commissariat Général des Migrations, CGM) at migration.gov.bi, which issues a single-entry visa for USD 90 valid for a 1-month stay (a multiple-entry visa is also USD 90, valid 1 month and renewable up to twice). Since December 2021 a visa on arrival has been available at Bujumbura International Airport and land borders, but availability can be inconsistent, so applying for the eVisa in advance is strongly recommended. Travelers must carry proof of yellow fever vaccination (mandatory for all arrivals), an onward/return ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds, and must complete the online incoming/outgoing passenger form before entering or leaving via Bujumbura airport. Note that Canada advises against non-essential travel to Burundi due to security concerns.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (single-entry tourist visa); visa on arrival also available at Bujumbura airport
Maximum stay
Up to 1 month (30 days)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry option available)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 90 (single entry)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 3 business days for the eVisa
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for 1 month from issue/entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Ensure your Canadian passport is valid for your stay (carriers and officials often expect 6 months) with at least 2 blank pages, and obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry.
· Passport· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Apply online via the official CGM portal
Create an application on migration.gov.bi, select the tourist/single-entry visa, and complete the form with your travel details.
· migration.gov.bi· Single entry
/03
Upload supporting documents
Upload your passport bio page, yellow fever certificate, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter), and proof of sufficient funds.
· Bio page· Itinerary· Funds
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay USD 90 for a single-entry tourist visa through the portal (or the Euro equivalent).
· USD 90
/05
Receive and print the eVisa approval
After about 3 business days, receive the approval and print two copies (one for entry, one for exit).
· ~3 business days· Print x2
/06
Complete the passenger form and enter Burundi
Fill in the mandatory online incoming/outgoing passenger form before arriving at Bujumbura International Airport, and present your eVisa, passport, yellow fever certificate, and onward ticket on arrival.
· Passenger form· Onward ticket
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Canada -> Burundi · eVisa (single-entry tourist visa); visa on arrival also available at Bujumbura airport
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RecommendedCanadian passport valid for the duration of stay (6 months recommended) with 2+ blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Burundi eVisa, printed (two copies)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed onward or return ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation letter)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements / pay slips)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredCompleted online incoming/outgoing passenger form (Bujumbura airport)
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredPassport-style digital photo for the application
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RecommendedTravel itinerary with flight numbers and dates
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
Official sourcesGovernment of Canada - Travel advice and advisories for BurundiRepublic of Burundi - General Commissariat for Migration (eVisa portal)Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Burundi - Visa application forms
Application link included: Republic of Burundi - General Commissariat for Migration (eVisa portal)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-entry tourist visa (eVisa)USD 90Valid for a 1-month stay; payable online or in USD/EUR equivalent
Multiple-entry visaUSD 90Valid 1 month, renewable up to 2 times
Transit visaUSD 40Valid 3 days, all entry points
Stay visa extensionUSD 10 per 5 daysAt CGM, up to 25 days; USD 70/month thereafter
Total estimateUSD 90 — USD 90incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online eVisa (CGM portal)
About 3 business days
Apply in advance at migration.gov.bi; print the approval before travel. Most reliable option.
Visa on arrival
At the border
Available at Bujumbura International Airport and land borders since December 2021; carry exact fee in cash, but availability can be inconsistent.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement with Burundi
Canada and Burundi have no mutual visa-exemption arrangement, so Canadian tourists must obtain a visa.
High
/02
Confirmed by the Government of Canada
Travel.gc.ca states a tourist visa is required to enter Burundi.
High
/03
Official eVisa system in place
The General Commissariat for Migration issues tourist visas online via migration.gov.bi.
High
/04
Mandatory yellow fever vaccination
Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for travelers from all countries.
Medium
/05
Visa on arrival availability can be unreliable
Although VOA exists, applying online in advance avoids border-processing risk.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Canada to Burundi route verified
Verified against the official Burundi migration portal (migration.gov.bi) and the Government of Canada travel advisory: eVisa required, single-entry USD 90, 1-month stay, yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Canadians need a visa to visit Burundi?—
Yes. A tourist visa is required. Apply for the official eVisa online via migration.gov.bi, or obtain a visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport (less reliable).
How much does a Burundi tourist visa cost for Canadians?+
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