canivisit.com
Beta — verify with official sources⌘K
Home/from/Poland/to/Burundi
🇵🇱Poland
🇧🇮BurundiPL-BI

Poland to Burundi visa requirements

Polish ordinary passport holders need a visa for Burundi. The recommended route for tourism is the official eVisa, applied for online in advance via the Commissariat Général des Migrations portal (migration.gov.bi). A visa on arrival also exists, but the eVisa is strongly advised for tourists. Poland is not on Burundi's short list of visa-exempt countries (only DR Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda enjoy visa-free entry). All other travellers, including Polish citizens, require a visa. Burundi operates an official online visa (eVisa) system through the Commissariat Général des Migrations at migration.gov.bi, and also offers a visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport and land borders. For a short tourist visit, the single-entry eVisa costs USD 90 and permits a stay of up to 30 days, valid for entry within 1 month. A multiple-entry option (also USD 90, 1 month validity) is available, and longer validity tiers (2 months / USD 180, 3 months / USD 270) exist for extended trips. Because visa-on-arrival queues and policy can be unpredictable and some carriers require proof of a visa before boarding, securing the eVisa before departure is the safest choice. Burundi is in East Africa, not the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS 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.
Policy alertWatch this route for rule changesSave this passport and destination for email summaries and optional browser notifications.Subscribe →
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (single-entry tourist) - official online visa
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry option available at same base fee)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 90 (single entry, 1 month)
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically a few business days to about 2 weeks; apply at least 2-3 weeks ahead
standard track
Validity
Enter within 1 month of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Polish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of entry and has at least one blank page.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Open the official eVisa portal
Go to the Commissariat Général des Migrations site at migration.gov.bi and start a new online visa application. Avoid third-party sites that add markups.
· migration.gov.bi· official only
/03
Select visa type and complete the form
Choose the single-entry tourist visa (USD 90, up to 30 days). Enter your personal, passport and travel details accurately.
· Single entry· Tourism
/04
Upload supporting documents
Attach a passport bio-page scan, a recent passport-style colour photo, and proof of accommodation and onward/return travel as requested.
· Photo· Passport scan
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay the USD 90 fee online by card. Fees can be settled in USD or EUR. Save the payment confirmation.
· USD or EUR· Card payment
/06
Receive and print the eVisa
Wait for approval by email, then print the eVisa approval to present on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport with your passport.
· Print copy· Present on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Poland -> Burundi · eVisa (single-entry tourist) - official online visa
0 / 13 complete
Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredPolish passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online visa application on migration.gov.bi
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style colour photo (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScan of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedProof of onward or return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredUSD 90 visa fee (card payment)
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
RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredPrinted eVisa approval for presentation on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
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 sourcesRepublic of Burundi - Commissariat Général des Migrations (Official eVisa Portal)Burundi eVisa - Visa Application & FeesVisa policy of Burundi - Wikipedia
Application link included: Republic of Burundi - Commissariat Général des Migrations (Official eVisa Portal)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa single entry (1 month)USD 90Stay up to 30 days; recommended for short tourism
eVisa multiple entry (1 month)USD 90Multiple entries within 1 month validity
eVisa multiple entry (2 months)USD 180For longer stays / repeated entries
Visa on arrivalUSD 90Available at Bujumbura airport and land borders; eVisa preferred
Stay extension (visa de séjour)USD 10 per 5 daysIn-country extension, max 25 days
Total estimateUSD 90 — USD 100incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (online, in advance)
A few business days to ~2 weeks
Apply via migration.gov.bi before departure. Recommended route for tourists travelling on a Polish passport.
Visa on arrival
Issued at the border on arrival
Available at Bujumbura International Airport and land borders, but queues and carrier boarding rules make it less reliable for tourists.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Poland is not visa-exempt
Only six neighbouring East African countries have visa-free access to Burundi; Poland is not among them, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
Official eVisa available
Burundi's Commissariat Général des Migrations runs an online visa portal, making advance application straightforward for Polish travellers.
High
/03
Carrier boarding requirements
Airlines may require proof of a valid visa before boarding, making the eVisa safer than relying on visa on arrival.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever entry rule
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is commonly required for entry, which travellers must arrange separately from the visa.
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
Poland to Burundi route verified
Confirmed via the official Burundi migration portal (migration.gov.bi) and Wikipedia visa policy that Poland is not visa-exempt and that a USD 90 single-entry eVisa (up to 30 days) is the recommended tourist route; visa on arrival also available.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Polish citizens need a visa for Burundi?—
Yes. Poland is not on Burundi's visa-exempt list, so Polish ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa. The recommended route for tourism is the official eVisa.
How much does a Burundi tourist visa cost for Poles?+
Can I get a visa on arrival in Burundi?+
Where do I apply for the Burundi eVisa?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Burundi?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Poland passport

🇵🇱⇄
Compare the Poland passport
Stack it up against another passport→
🇵🇱◐
Poland visa-free map
See where this passport goes visa-free→
🇵🇱▤
Poland passport power
Global rank and destination breakdown→
See something wrong on this page?
Policies change. If something looks off, tell us — we review every report within 48 hours.