Malaysia visa for Burundian citizens

Burundian passport holders planning a trip to Malaysia will find the process streamlined thanks to the availability of an e-visa, covering purposes such as tourism, business, and transit. This convenient digital option grants a maximum stay of 14 days, a period often well-suited for exploring Kuala Lumpur's vibrant markets or the rainforests of Borneo, despite the considerable journey involving multiple layovers typically via hubs in Doha or Dubai. Navigating the significant time zone shift, where Bujumbura is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur, requires careful planning for visitors from East Africa. While the official currency is the Malaysian Ringgit, credit cards are widely accepted, and English is commonly spoken in urban and tourist areas, easing communication for travelers who might primarily use French or Kirundi back home.

eVisa14d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Malaysia eVISA
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Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$500 / person
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 90 days)
90d$0
TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 30 days)
30d$0
TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 14 days)
14d$0
TouristSingle Entry Visa (Social Visit)
30d$10valid 3mo
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TouristMultiple Entry Visa (Social Visit)
30d$10multiple-entryvalid 1y
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TransitTransit Visa
5d$10valid 3mo
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TouristeVISA (Tourist)
30dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
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TouristVisa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days)
30dvalid 1mo
BusinessVisit Pass (Short Term – Business, Visa‑Free with APEC Business Travel Card)
60d$0multiple-entry
BusinessMultiple Entry Visa (Business)
30d$10multiple-entryvalid 1y
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StudentStudent Pass (Education – Long Term)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyGuardian Pass (Accompanying Student)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyLong Term Social Visit Pass (Spouse/Family of Malaysian or Resident)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkEmployment Pass (Long Term Work)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
RetirementMalaysia My Second Home (MM2H) – Long‑Term Social Visit Pass
365dmultiple-entryvalid 10y
InvestorPremium Visa Programme (PVIP)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 20y
OtherLong‑Term Visit Pass (Other Long‑Term Stay Categories)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherSpecial Visa‑Free Entry for Holders of UN or Interpol Passports
90d$0

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