Burundi visa for Beninese citizens

Burundian passport holders will find traveling to Benin exceptionally straightforward, enjoying visa-free entry for stays up to 90 days. This convenient arrangement covers multiple common entry purposes, from tourism to visiting family, making planning effortless. Given the nearly 4,000-kilometer distance separating the Great Lakes region from the Gulf of Guinea, direct flights are rare; travelers typically connect through major hubs such as Addis Ababa or Nairobi when flying between Bujumbura and Cotonou. Upon arrival, visitors will experience a one-hour time difference and should be prepared to use the West African CFA franc, which is distinct from the Burundian franc.

Visa on arrival· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
2+
Onward ticket
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristEntry Visa (Short-Stay, 1 Month)
30d$90multiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
TouristOnline Visa (1 Month)
30d$90multiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
TouristOnline Visa (2 Months)
60d$180multiple-entryvalid 2mo
Apply
TouristOnline Visa (3 Months)
90d$270multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa (3 Days)
3d$40
Apply
OtherEntry Visa (Non‑EAC/Non‑CEPGL, Monthly Fee Basis)
30d$90valid 1mo
Apply
WorkResidence Visa (Employment-Based, Monthly Fee Basis)
30d$70multiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
Work2‑Year Settlement Visa (Visa d’Établissement, 2 Years)
730d$500multiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
WorkPermanent Resident Visa
$1200multiple-entry
Apply
WorkWork Permit (Technical Jobs)
730dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
WorkWork Permit (Refugees)
1825dmultiple-entryvalid 5y
TouristVisa‑Exempt Entry (EAC and Selected States, up to 3 Months)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo

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