Burundi to Tanzania visa requirements
Burundi passport holders must obtain a Tanzania visa before traveling for tourism purposes.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Burundi travellers need to know
If you hold a Burundi passport and plan to visit Tanzania for tourism, current guidance indicates you need a visa in advance.
Burundi passport holders must obtain a Tanzania visa before traveling for tourism purposes.
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 and at least one unused visa page
Burundi is not listed among visa-exempt countries. Apply in advance through embassy or online portal. Processing typically takes 5+ working days. Always verify current requirements and fees before applying.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Burundi to Tanzania.
Entry requirements
- Apply through the Tanzania Embassy in Bujumbura or online through the official immigration portal.
- Ordinary/Tourist Visa is valid for 90 days per entry.
- Multiple-entry visa available for one year (90 days per entry).
Burundi is not listed among visa-exempt countries. Apply in advance through embassy or online portal. Processing typically takes 5+ working days. Always verify current requirements and fees before applying.
How to prepare (Burundi → Tanzania)
- 1
Find the Tanzania embassy, consulate, or visa centre that serves applicants in Burundi (or your country of residence).
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Book an appointment and download the current tourist-visa checklist.
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Prepare passport, photos, itinerary, invitation/hotel proof, bank statements, and forms.
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Submit biometrics/fees and track the application until the passport is returned.
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Only buy non-refundable tickets after the visa is granted, unless your airline allows flexible holds.
Documents checklist
- Valid Burundi passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Tanzania
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Return/onward ticket required
- Completed visa application form and supporting checklist documents
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundi citizens need a visa for Tanzania?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burundi travellers need a visa in advance for tourism to Tanzania. Burundi passport holders must obtain a Tanzania visa before traveling for tourism purposes.
How long can I stay in Tanzania on a Burundi passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Tanzania immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Burundi travellers carry to Tanzania?
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 Tanzania entry rules officially?
Start with: Embassy of Tanzania in Bujumbura — Visa Requirements; Tanzania Immigration — Visa Information; Tanzania Immigration — Countries which are not Required to Apply for Visa. Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Embassy of Tanzania in Bujumbura — Visa Requirements
- Tanzania Immigration — Visa Information
- Tanzania Immigration — Countries which are not Required to Apply for 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.