Do China passport holders need a visa to visit BI?
Chinese ordinary passport holders need a visa for Burundi. The recommended route is the official eVisa (Visa d'Entree Multiple) applied online before travel, though a visa on arrival is also available at Bujumbura airport and land borders. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. As of 2026, holders of a Chinese (CN) ordinary passport are NOT visa-exempt for Burundi. Only diplomatic, official and service passport holders from mainland China enjoy a 30-day visa waiver. Ordinary tourists must obtain a visa, which can be secured two ways: (1) an online eVisa through the official immigration portal (migration.gov.bi), the recommended option because it gives you an approval document before you fly; or (2) a visa on arrival at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport in Bujumbura or at land borders. Both channels use the same fee structure. The standard tourist option is the Visa d'Entree Multiple at USD 90 for one month (renewable up to two times, with a maximum 90-day cumulative stay), allowing free entry and exit. A 3-day transit visa is USD 40. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry, and the passport should be valid at least six months beyond the date of entry. Processing of the online visa typically takes about 3 working days (occasionally up to 5). Verdict: visa-required, best satisfied via eVisa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE 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.