Get a Burundi Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for an Burundi Visa for Swiss Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Contain at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date

  2. Photograph(s)

    You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
    • Be identical

  3. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

    • A copy of the hotel confirmation
    • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

  4. Photocopy of Passport ID Page

    A clear copy of the information page(s) from the applicant's national passport

  5. Yellow Fever Certificate

    One copy of yellow fever certificate

  6. Visa Application Form(s)

    Two fully completed and signed application forms

  7. VisaCentral Order Confirmation

    For orders placed on the VisaCentral website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.


    For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed VisaCentral Visa Order Form which can be found in the VisaCentral Application Pack should be submitted.


    Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

Business Travel Requirements for an Burundi Visa for Swiss Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Contain at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date

  2. Photograph(s)

    You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
    • Be identical

  3. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

    • Be on company letterhead paper
    • Include the name of the applicant
    • State the purpose of journey
    • State the date of entry
    • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required

  4. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

    • A copy of the hotel confirmation
    • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

  5. Photocopy of Passport ID Page

    A clear copy of the information page(s) from the applicant's national passport

  6. Yellow Fever Certificate

    One copy of yellow fever certificate

  7. Visa Application Form(s)

    Two fully completed and signed application forms

  8. VisaCentral Order Confirmation

    For orders placed on the VisaCentral website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.


    For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed VisaCentral Visa Order Form which can be found in the VisaCentral Application Pack should be submitted.


    Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

Burundi Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Burundi visa?

    The best time to apply for your Burundi visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Burundi visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Burundi visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.