Burundi to Zambia visa requirements
Burundi passport holders must obtain a Zambia 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 Zambia for tourism, current guidance indicates you need a visa in advance.
Burundi passport holders must obtain a Zambia 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
Burundi is not listed among visa-exempt countries. Apply online through e-Visa system or at Zambian diplomatic missions. Processing typically takes 5+ working days. Always verify 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 Zambia.
Entry requirements
- Apply through Zambia e-Visa system or diplomatic missions.
- Single entry visa: US $25 (valid 90 days).
- Double entry visa: US $40 (valid 90 days).
- Multiple entry visa: US $75 (valid 90 days, online only).
- Maximum stay: 90 days
Burundi is not listed among visa-exempt countries. Apply online through e-Visa system or at Zambian diplomatic missions. Processing typically takes 5+ working days. Always verify current fees and requirements.
How to prepare (Burundi → Zambia)
- 1
Find the Zambia embassy, consulate, or visa centre that serves applicants in Burundi (or your country of residence).
- 2
Book an appointment and download the current tourist-visa checklist.
- 3
Prepare passport, photos, itinerary, invitation/hotel proof, bank statements, and forms.
- 4
Submit biometrics/fees and track the application until the passport is returned.
- 5
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 Zambia
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Copy of return air ticket
- Completed visa application form and supporting checklist documents
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundi citizens need a visa for Zambia?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Burundi travellers need a visa in advance for tourism to Zambia. Burundi passport holders must obtain a Zambia visa before traveling for tourism purposes.
How long can I stay in Zambia on a Burundi passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Zambia immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Burundi travellers carry to Zambia?
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 Zambia entry rules officially?
Start with: Zambia Department of Immigration — Visa Requirements by Purpose of Visit; Zambia Department of Immigration — Nationals requiring visas on arrival or from Zambian Missions Abroad. Requirements can change without notice.
Book with Tsavaro
Ready to visit Zambia?
Flights and stays across Africa · M-Pesa accepted
Flights from Bujumbura
Sources
- Zambia Department of Immigration — Visa Requirements by Purpose of Visit
- Zambia Department of Immigration — Nationals requiring visas on arrival or from Zambian Missions Abroad
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.