Burundi to Guinea-Bissau visa requirements
Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa or visa on arrival for tourism visits to Guinea-Bissau.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Burundi travellers need to know
If you hold a Burundi passport and plan to visit Guinea-Bissau for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa or visa on arrival for tourism visits to Guinea-Bissau.
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
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Biometric visa required. Apply online or get visa on arrival with pre-authorization. Always confirm current fees and requirements.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Burundi to Guinea-Bissau.
Entry requirements
- Apply online through RGB-Visa portal or get visa on arrival.
- Tourist visa allows single entry for up to 90 days.
- Biometric visa required for all foreign nationals.
- Maximum stay: 90 days
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Biometric visa required. Apply online or get visa on arrival with pre-authorization. Always confirm current fees and requirements.
How to prepare (Burundi → Guinea-Bissau)
- 1
Apply on the official Guinea-Bissau eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Burundi passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Guinea-Bissau
- Proof of funds: Proof of sufficient funds
- Onward travel: Travel itinerary with flight bookings
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundi citizens need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burundi travellers need eVisa for tourism to Guinea-Bissau. Burundi passport holders must obtain an e-Visa or visa on arrival for tourism visits to Guinea-Bissau.
How long can I stay in Guinea-Bissau on a Burundi passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Guinea-Bissau immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Burundi travellers carry to Guinea-Bissau?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Where can I verify Guinea-Bissau entry rules officially?
Start with: Guinea-Bissau RGB-Visa — Electronic Visa Application; Guinea-Bissau Visa Guide. 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.