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Mexico to Burundi visa requirements

Mexican passport holders need a visa for Burundi. The recommended route is the official eVisa from the General Commissariat for Migration (migration.gov.bi); visa-on-arrival is also available at Bujumbura airport and land borders. A 1-month entry costs USD 90, plus a mandatory yellow fever vaccination certificate. A Mexico (MX) ordinary passport holder is NOT visa-exempt for Burundi. Only six neighboring African states (DR Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda) enter visa-free. Mexican tourists must obtain a visa, and Burundi offers two channels: an electronic visa (eVisa) applied for online through the official General Commissariat for Migration portal at migration.gov.bi, and a visa on arrival available at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport in Bujumbura and at all land borders. The eVisa is the recommended, lower-risk option because it confirms authorization before departure and avoids queues and payment issues at the border. The standard short-stay product is a 1-month entry for USD 90 (multiple entry, renewable in-country up to twice). A transit visa (3 days) is USD 40, and a short Sejour visa is charged at USD 10 per 5 days. Beyond the visa, Burundi requires a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page and, critically, a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is enforced on arrival. Burundi is in East Africa and has no connection to the Schengen area, so the 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (online) or visa on arrival; tourist/short visit
Maximum stay
Up to 1 month (30 days) per entry; extendable in-country
per entry
Entries
Multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 90 (1-month visa)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 3-5 business days for eVisa
standard track
Validity
Valid for the visa period (1 month), renewable up to twice
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Mexican ordinary passport holders are not on Burundi's visa-exempt list, so a visa is mandatory. Choose the eVisa (recommended) for pre-approval before travel.
· Visa required· Not visa-exempt
/02
Gather documents
Prepare a passport valid 6+ months with a blank page, a digital passport photo on white background, accommodation/itinerary details, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· 6-month validity· Yellow fever card
/03
Apply on the official portal
Go to the General Commissariat for Migration site at migration.gov.bi, select the visa type (1-month multiple entry for tourism) and complete the online form.
· migration.gov.bi· Official source
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay USD 90 online by credit/debit card. Keep the payment confirmation and reference number.
· USD 90· Card payment
/05
Receive and print the eVisa
Wait roughly 3-5 business days for processing, then download and print the approved eVisa to present on arrival.
· 3-5 days· Print copy
/06
Enter Burundi
At Bujumbura airport or a land border, present your passport, printed eVisa, and yellow fever certificate to immigration.
· Bujumbura airport· Land borders
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Mexico -> Burundi · eVisa (online) or visa on arrival; tourist/short visit
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond entry with one blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Burundi eVisa printout (or funds for visa on arrival)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredValid yellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo, white background
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation or hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredCredit/debit card for online visa payment (USD 90)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
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.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: General Commissariat for Migration (official eVisa portal)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa (1 month, multiple entry)USD 90Standard short-stay visa, online or on arrival
Transit visaUSD 40Up to 3 days transit
Sejour (short stay) visaUSD 10 per 5 daysFor very short visits, charged per 5-day block
2-month multiple entryUSD 180If a longer stay is needed
Total estimateUSD 90USD 90incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
At the border (same day)
Available at Bujumbura airport and land borders; pay USD 90 in cash/card on arrival
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mexico is not on Burundi's visa-exempt list
Only DR Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda enter visa-free; all other nationalities, including Mexico, need a visa.
High
/02
eVisa available through the official migration portal
Burundi's General Commissariat for Migration offers an online visa for tourism, which is the recommended pre-arrival channel.
High
/03
Visa on arrival is offered as a backup
Travelers can also obtain the visa at Bujumbura airport and all land borders, useful if the eVisa is unavailable.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever certificate is enforced
Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for entry and checked on arrival.
High
/05
No Schengen/ETIAS relevance
Burundi is in East Africa and not part of the Schengen area, so EU short-stay rules do not apply.
Low
/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
Mexico to Burundi route verified
Confirmed against Burundi's official migration portal (migration.gov.bi) and the Wikipedia visa policy page: Mexican passport holders require a visa, available as eVisa (recommended) or visa on arrival, USD 90 for a 1-month multiple-entry visa; yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Mexicans get a visa on arrival in Burundi?
Yes. Visa on arrival is available at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport in Bujumbura and at all land borders for USD 90 (1 month). However, applying for the eVisa online beforehand is recommended to avoid delays and ensure approval.
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/11 — Passport tools

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