Burundian Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Burundian passport holders can visit 18 countries visa-free, plus 70 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Burundian passport is ranked #170 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Burundian passport grants its holder access to access to 18 countries visa-free, 57 e-visas, and 13 visas on arrival. In 104 countries, a visa is mandatory.

Burundi is a landlocked country in East Africa, with a population of approximately 11 million people. The country is known for its diverse wildlife and rich history.

Burundian passport holders can travel to a total of 18 + 57 + 13 countries without a prior visa arrangement. This allows for a significant amount of travel freedom, despite the necessity of obtaining a visa for 104 countries.

Some destinations that require a visa for Burundian passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Burundian passport holders are Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya and Central African Republic.

Visa free countries

So, where can Burundians travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Burundi citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Americas

🇧🇧 Barbados (90 days)
🇩🇲 Dominica (21 days)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (1 month)

Africa

🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
🇨🇫 Central African Republic (3 months)
🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo (N/A)
🇬🇲 Gambia (N/A)
🇰🇪 Kenya (3 months)
🇲🇺 Mauritius (90 days)
🇷🇼 Rwanda (6 months)
🇹🇿 Tanzania (3 months)
🇺🇬 Uganda (3 months)

Oceania

🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇼🇸 Samoa (60 days)

Asia

🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Burundian passport holders visit without a visa?

Burundian passport holders can visit 18 countries visa-free, plus 70 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Burundian passport holders?

Burundian passport holders can travel visa-free to Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Central African Republic, Mauritius, Benin, and 10 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Burundi citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Burundi, 18 are visa-free, 57 can be visited with an e-visa and 13 with a visa on arrival, while 104 require a visa, as of October 2026.