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United States United States Burundi Burundi
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US citizens can obtain a Burundi Visa on Arrival.

Last verified: 2026-04-27

At a glance

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Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel is generally required.

Entry requirements

  • Visas are issued at Bujumbura International Airport.

Passport

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page.

Health — Yellow fever

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is MANDATORY for all travelers over 9 months of age entering this country. You must present the original 'yellow card' upon arrival.

Always confirm latest entry rules before travel as immigration policies can change without notice.

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Flights from New York

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Places to stay

Bujumbura

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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.