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Philippines to Burundi visa requirements

A Philippines ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Burundi. The most practical option is a visa on arrival, available at Bujumbura International Airport and at all land borders for a maximum stay of 1 month. An online (eVisa) application via the official migration portal is also available. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Filipino citizens are not on Burundi's visa-exempt list, so a visa is required for tourism. Burundi grants visa on arrival to nationals of countries not covered by waiver agreements, issued at Bujumbura International Airport (Melchior Ndadaye) and at all land borders, valid for a maximum stay of one month. Alternatively, travelers can apply online through the official General Commissariat for Migration portal (migration.gov.bi) before departure. The standard multiple-entry tourist visa costs USD 90 for one month and can be extended in-country. A valid International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow fever) is mandatory for all travelers, and arriving passengers are fingerprinted. Carry the exact fee in USD or EUR cash for visa on arrival, as change is frequently unavailable. Burundi is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.
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
Visa on arrival (eVisa also available)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days (1 month), extendable in-country
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 90 (multiple-entry, 1 month)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival at the border; eVisa approx. 3 working days
standard track
Validity
1 month, renewable up to 2 times
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and yellow fever vaccination
Verify your Philippines ordinary passport has at least 6 months validity beyond your departure date and 2 blank pages. Get a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel and keep the WHO International Certificate of Vaccination (carte jaune).
· 6 months validity· Yellow fever mandatory
/02
Choose visa on arrival or apply for an eVisa
Decide between obtaining a visa on arrival (at Bujumbura airport or land borders) or applying online in advance through the official migration portal at migration.gov.bi for a smoother entry.
· VOA or eVisa
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Assemble a passport bio-page scan, yellow fever certificate, confirmed accommodation details, return/onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds.
· Accommodation proof required
/04
Apply online (if choosing eVisa)
Complete the form at migration.gov.bi, upload documents, and pay the fee by credit/debit card. Print two copies of the approval - one for entry and one for exit.
· Pay online· Print 2 copies
/05
Carry exact cash for visa on arrival
If using visa on arrival, bring the exact fee in USD or EUR cash, as change is often unavailable at the visa counter.
· USD or EUR cash
/06
Complete entry formalities
At the border, present your passport, vaccination card, and documents; you will be fingerprinted, and the yellow fever card is checked under UV light before the visa is issued.
· Fingerprinting on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
Philippines -> Burundi · Visa on arrival (eVisa also available)
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RequiredPhilippines ordinary passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (WHO carte jaune)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredVisa fee in exact USD/EUR cash (for visa on arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed accommodation / hotel booking details
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedPrinted eVisa approval (two copies, if applied online)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPassport-size photographs
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering 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.
Official sourcesVisa policy of Burundi - WikipediaGeneral Commissariat for Migration (official portal)Burundi online visa application form
Application link included: Visa policy of Burundi - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Multiple-entry tourist visa (1 month)USD 90Standard online/VOA fee, renewable up to twice
Single-entry visaUSD 40Where offered for short single visits
Stay extension (visa de sejour)USD 10 per 5 daysFor in-country extensions up to 25 days; USD 70/month thereafter
Total estimateUSD 40 — USD 90incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
Issued at the border on arrival
Obtained at Bujumbura International Airport or any land border; carry exact cash and yellow fever certificate.
Online eVisa
Approx. 3 working days
Apply in advance at migration.gov.bi, pay by card, and print the approval before travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Philippines is not visa-exempt for Burundi
Filipino nationals do not appear on Burundi's visa-waiver list, so a visa is required for any tourist entry.
High
/02
Visa on arrival is widely available
Burundi issues visas on arrival to non-exempt nationals at the international airport and all land borders for stays up to one month.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate is mandatory
All travelers must present a valid WHO yellow fever vaccination card, checked at entry; without it entry may be refused.
High
/04
eVisa available as an alternative
The official migration portal lets travelers apply and pay online in advance for a smoother arrival.
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
Philippines to Burundi route verified
Confirmed via Burundi visa policy and the official General Commissariat for Migration portal that Filipino ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt and may use visa on arrival (max 1 month) or an online eVisa; standard multiple-entry fee USD 90, yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Filipinos need a visa for Burundi?—
Yes. Philippines passport holders are not on Burundi's visa-exempt list. You must obtain a visa on arrival or apply for an eVisa online before traveling.
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