Burundi to Cabo Verde visa requirements
Burundi passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for tourism visits to Cape Verde.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Burundi travellers need to know
If you hold a Burundi passport and plan to visit Cabo Verde for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.
Burundi passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for tourism visits to Cape Verde.
Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Passport rule: Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Online pre-registration required at ease.gov.cv. Visa on arrival available at major airports. Burundi is not among visa-exempt countries. Always confirm current requirements.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Burundi to Cabo Verde.
Entry requirements
- Online pre-registration required at least 5 days before arrival.
- Tourism visa valid for 90 days, extendable for additional 90 days.
- Airport security fee (TSA): 3,400 CVE (approximately €30.83).
- Maximum stay: 90 days
Online pre-registration required at ease.gov.cv. Visa on arrival available at major airports. Burundi is not among visa-exempt countries. Always confirm current requirements.
How to prepare (Burundi → Cabo Verde)
- 1
Confirm Burundi passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Cabo Verde.
- 2
Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.
- 3
Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
- 4
Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.
- 5
Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.
Documents checklist
- Valid Burundi passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Cabo Verde
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundi citizens need a visa for Cabo Verde?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burundi travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Cabo Verde. Burundi passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for tourism visits to Cape Verde.
How long can I stay in Cabo Verde on a Burundi passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Cabo Verde immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Burundi travellers carry to Cabo Verde?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.
Where can I verify Cabo Verde entry rules officially?
Start with: Cape Verde Portal Consular — Visas; Cape Verde Tourism — Entry Requirements Visa. Requirements can change without notice.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.