Somalia 
Burundi Somali passport holders can obtain a Burundi visa on arrival at airports and land borders for tourism; COMESA membership may also grant visa-free entry.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Entry requirements
- Burundi offers visa on arrival for Somali citizens at airports and land borders for tourism.
- Somalia is a COMESA member; Burundi exempts COMESA citizens from short-stay visa requirements (as of late 2024), so visa-free entry may apply—confirm with Burundi immigration.
- If obtaining VOA: valid passport (6+ months), proof of onward travel, and yellow fever certificate are typically required.
- Burundi also offers online visa applications through migration.gov.bi.
Stay
Permitted stay determined at entry; COMESA/VOA typically allows short stays.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory for all travelers.
COMESA visa waiver for Somalia may apply; visa on arrival remains available. Confirm current rules with Burundi immigration before travel.
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Sources
- Burundi Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration — Visa Requirements
- Burundi Tourism — Visa
- UK Government travel advice — Burundi entry requirements
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.