Gather, complete, and submit the requirements below.
Tourist Visa Requirements
Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Burundi, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Burundi. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
2 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
Hotel Reservations. 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.
Personal Invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date. You will also need to provide proof of the host’s status in Burundi ie. copy of their Burundi passport’s information page, or, if they are not a citizen of Burundi, copies of their Burundi residence permit and their national passport’s information pages.
Yellow Fever Vaccination. Copy of International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever will be required.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Business Visa Requirements
Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Burundi, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Burundi. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
2 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to “The Consulate of Burundi, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
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- Briefly introduce the applicant and specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant.
- State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Burundi
- Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
- Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
- Sample Company Letter of Guarantee
Hotel Reservations. 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.
Yellow Fever Vaccination. Copy of International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever will be required.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Official Visa Requirements
Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Burundi, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Burundi. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
2 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to “Embassy of Burundi, Washington D.C. “, explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant’s name and the passport number.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Instructions
Please send the passport(s) and all completed documents to the address below:
Visa DC, 13800 Coppermine Road Herndon VA. 20171-9998
Service Fees
| Fee Type | Duration | Processing | Regular Service: | Rush Service fee: | Consular Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | $98.00 | $98.00 | $196 | ||
| Single/Multiple | 5 business days | $98.00 | $98.00 | $90 | $286 | |
| Single/Multiple | 3 business days | $98.00 | $98.00 | $120 | $316 |
Other Information
FedEx Options
- $29.50 Fed Ex Letter (Not Including AL +HI – USA ONLY)
- $75.00 Fed Ex Envelope (First Overnight – Overweight package)
- $48.50 Fed Ex (Saturday Delivery – USA ONLY)