Burundi to Nigeria visa requirements
Burundi passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for tourism visits to Nigeria.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Burundi travellers need to know
If you hold a Burundi passport and plan to visit Nigeria for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.
Burundi passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for tourism visits to Nigeria.
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 required
As an African Union member (non-ECOWAS), Burundi citizens are eligible for visa on arrival. Online application also available. 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 Nigeria.
Entry requirements
- Visa on arrival available at Nigerian ports of entry.
- Apply online in advance or obtain on arrival.
- Tourist visas allow stays up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay: 90 days
As an African Union member (non-ECOWAS), Burundi citizens are eligible for visa on arrival. Online application also available. Always confirm current requirements.
How to prepare (Burundi → Nigeria)
- 1
Confirm Burundi passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Nigeria.
- 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.
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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 Nigeria
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundi citizens need a visa for Nigeria?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burundi travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Nigeria. Burundi passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for tourism visits to Nigeria.
How long can I stay in Nigeria on a Burundi passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Nigeria immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Burundi travellers carry to Nigeria?
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 Nigeria entry rules officially?
Start with: Nigeria Immigration Service — Visa on Arrival Process; Nigeria Immigration Service — Apply for 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.