Burundi Visa

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Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting Burundi

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Burundian Visa.

  • A current, signed passport. Visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the original passport is required.
  • Two completed visa applications. Original signature required. Applications should be printed single-sided and signed in blue or black ink only.
  • Two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself.
  • A computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as an e-confirmation or online booking). Note, if traveling via private charter the charters manifest should suffice.
  • An original copy of an International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever.
  • A letter from a hotel in Burundi confirming the name(s) of the guest(s) and the dates of the reservation. 
  • The letter MUST be printed on hotel letterhead and signed by a hotel agent.

Burundi Visa for Nigerians

Facts about Burundi

Burundi is a landlocked East African country bordered by Rwanda to its north, Tanzania to its east and south, and Congo to its west. The capital of Burundi is Bujumbura. The country is one of the smallest countries in Africa with a predominantly mountainous terrain, a lot of lush greenery and wildlife, and coffee and tea plantations. Its countryside features wildlife such as antelopes, crocodiles, and hippopotamuses. 

The country has a generally high elevation which produces relatively cool temperatures. There is a short dry season in the country from May to August. The best time to visit Burundi is during this dry season. Generally, one should wear light clothing, sweatshirts, jackets, scarves (for the breeze) in Burundi.

The original inhabitants of Burundi were the Twa people, but they now make up only about 1% of the population with the rest of Burundi made up of Hutus and Tutsis: these are the three ethnic groups whose home is Burundi. The Hutu and Tutsi share some cultural elements and a common language (kirundi) although they remain separate groups. 

The Burundians are known for their very groovy, energetic drum beats (an integral part of their culture) and their graceful dancers. Crafts such as basket weaving are an important part of Burundian culture as well. Staple ingredients in Burundian cuisine include plantains, maize, sweet potatoes, cassava, etc.

Although Burundi isn't exactly known for its riches, it does have a number of fascinating locations to offer visitors. Some of such locations are:
  •  Kibira Park: This primeval rain forest was once a sacred reserve for the kings of Burundi to hunt. It is home to over 190 species of birds, a lot of chimpanzees, baboons, tailed monkeys, etc. Now, it is a protected area for the preservation of wildlife.
  • Bujumbura City: There is some good in the fact that this small city has not developed much over the years as it is the perfect place for one to experience (first hand) the characteristics Burundi retained from the French who colonized it. Some of these characteristics are the excellent cuisine, drink, and nightlife.
  • Lake Tanganyika: This lake is situated in Bujumbura. It is an African Great Lake, the second oldest freshwater lake in the world, the second largest (by volume), and the second deepest. It is the deepest lake in Africa and probably the chief tourist attraction in Burundi. One may dive, stay on the shores and partake in a number of relaxing and fun activities whilst viewing the animals,etc.
  • Rusizi River National Park: When the plains surrounding the Rusizi river are flooded (and this happens periodically), hundreds of animals come out to drink from the river. Prominent amongst these visitors are hippopotamuses and they are probably the main attraction of the park. This river is just on the outskirts of Bujumbura.
  • Gitega National Museum: Gitega is Burundi’s second city and the city this museum is situated  in. The museum houses hundreds of historic artifacts from Burundi’s past and is a perfect site to discover the history of this African country.

90% of the Burundian population is employed in the Agriculture sector and cattle, for them represent health, happiness, and prosperity.
Accommodation in Burundi ranges from standard to luxury depending on your budget.
 

Types of Burundi Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay Fees
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General Requirements for Burundi Visa

  • A current, signed passport. Visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the original passport is required.
  • Two completed visa applications. Original signature required. Applications should be printed single-sided and signed in blue or black ink only.
  • Two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself.
  • A computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as an e-confirmation or online booking). Note, if traveling via private charter the charters manifest should suffice.
  • An original copy of an International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever.
  • A letter from a hotel in Burundi confirming the name(s) of the guest(s) and the dates of the reservation. 
  • The letter MUST be printed on hotel letterhead and signed by a hotel agent.

Burundi Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

None

None (USD)

Burundi Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Nigeria

Location

Address

Abuja

59, TY Danjuma Street, Asokoro, Abuja-Nigeria

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ambabuja1@yahoo.com / mugirasonie@yahoo.fr

(+234) 9 874 8495 / 80 85 28 60 39

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