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Egypt to Burundi visa requirements

Egyptian passport holders need a visa to enter Burundi. The recommended route is the official online eVisa (Commissariat Général des Migrations), which costs USD 90 for a one-month stay. A visa on arrival is also available but now requires completing the entry visa application and obtaining a validation certificate before travel. Egypt is not on Burundi's visa-exempt list (which covers only the East African Community partner states: DR Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda), so an ordinary Egyptian passport holder requires a visa for tourism. Burundi runs an official electronic visa system through the Commissariat Général des Migrations (migration.gov.bi). The standard short-stay product is a one-month visa costing USD 90, valid for single or multiple entries. Applicants complete the online form, upload a passport bio-page, photo and supporting documents, and pay in USD or EUR; processing typically takes a few business days. A visa on arrival at Bujumbura (Melchior Ndadaye) International Airport and land borders remains possible for the same USD 90 fee, but travelers must now complete the airport entry visa application online and obtain a validation/authorisation certificate before boarding, which makes the pre-arrival eVisa the cleaner, more reliable choice. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry, and the passport must be valid for at least six months from arrival with at least one to two blank pages. Sources: official Burundi migration portal, Wikipedia visa policy of Burundi, GOV.UK and U.S. State Department travel information.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (online) / visa on arrival - short-stay tourist
Maximum stay
Up to 1 month (30 days), extendable in-country
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 90 (1-month visa)
consular fee only
Processing time
Around 3-5 business days for the eVisa
standard track
Validity
Enter within validity period; 1-month stay (longer multiples available: 2 months USD 180, 3 months USD 270)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As an Egyptian ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt (only EAC states are). Plan to obtain a Burundi eVisa before travel.
· Egypt ordinary passport· Not visa-exempt
/02
Get a yellow fever vaccination
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to Burundi. Get vaccinated at an approved center at least 10 days before travel and keep the certificate.
· Mandatory· 10 days before travel
/03
Open the official eVisa portal
Go to the Commissariat Général des Migrations site at migration.gov.bi and start a new visa application, selecting the one-month entry visa.
· migration.gov.bi· Official portal
/04
Complete the form and upload documents
Enter your personal and travel details and upload a scan of your passport bio-page, a passport photo, proof of accommodation and onward/return travel.
· Passport bio-page· Photo
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay the USD 90 fee online (payable in USD or EUR) and submit the application.
· USD 90· USD/EUR
/06
Receive and print the eVisa
After approval (typically a few business days) download and print the eVisa approval, and carry it with your passport and yellow fever certificate for inspection on arrival.
· Print approval· Carry on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Egypt -> Burundi · eVisa (online) / visa on arrival - short-stay tourist
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RequiredEgyptian passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one to two blank passport pages for stamps
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Burundi eVisa printout (or VOA validation certificate)
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
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredProof of onward or return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
ConditionalUSD 90 visa fee (card for online payment, or cash USD if on arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
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 sourcesCommissariat Général des Migrations (official eVisa portal)Visa policy of Burundi - WikipediaGOV.UK - Burundi entry requirements
Application link included: Commissariat Général des Migrations (official eVisa portal)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa / visa fee (1 month)USD 90Single or multiple entry; paid online in USD or EUR
Visa on arrival (1 month)USD 90Same fee paid in cash on arrival; requires prior online validation certificate
2-month visaUSD 180Optional longer multiple-entry option
3-month visaUSD 270Optional longer multiple-entry option
Total estimateUSD 90 — USD 90incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (online, before travel)
About 3-5 business days
Apply on migration.gov.bi, pay online, receive printable approval before departure.
Visa on arrival
At the border
Issued at Bujumbura airport or land borders for USD 90, but you must complete the online entry visa application and obtain a validation certificate beforehand.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Egypt is not visa-exempt
Burundi waives visas only for East African Community members (DR Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda); Egypt is not included.
High
/02
No bilateral visa-waiver in force
Egypt has no mutual visa-exemption agreement with Burundi for ordinary passports.
Medium
/03
Official eVisa system available
Burundi operates an online eVisa via its migration authority, making the pre-arrival eVisa the recommended channel.
High
/04
Tighter visa-on-arrival rules
VOA now requires completing the online application and obtaining a validation certificate before travel, so a printed eVisa is safer.
Medium
/05
Health entry rule
A yellow fever certificate is mandatory and is checked alongside the visa on entry.
High
/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
Egypt to Burundi route verified
Confirmed via the official Burundi migration portal, GOV.UK and U.S. State Department that Egyptian ordinary passport holders require a visa, obtainable as an online eVisa (USD 90, 1 month) or visa on arrival with prior validation.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Egyptian citizens visit Burundi without a visa?—
No. Egyptian ordinary passport holders need a visa. Only East African Community nationals are visa-exempt for Burundi.
Is there an eVisa for Burundi?+
Can I get a visa on arrival in Burundi?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
How long can I stay on a tourist visa?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
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