Burundi 
Rwanda Burundian passport holders are exempt from visa requirements for tourism visits to Rwanda for up to 6 months.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
Max stay See requirements
Passport validity Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Recommended
Entry requirements
- Entry permission and length of stay are granted by immigration on arrival.
- Burundi is a member of the East African Community (EAC), allowing visa-free travel.
- Multiple entries are allowed.
- Maximum stay: 180 days
Passport
Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from a Yellow Fever endemic country
As EAC member states, Burundi and Rwanda citizens enjoy visa-free travel. Always confirm current requirements at the port of entry.
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Sources
- Rwanda Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration — Visa on arrival
- Rwanda Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration — Visitors visa
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.