Burundi visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens

Burundian passport holders benefit from visa-free entry into the Democratic Republic of the Congo, allowing for seamless short-term visits typically up to 90 days without incurring visa application fees. Despite this ease for tourists, a total of six specific visa types are available for those intending longer stays, work, or study. Given the extensive shared border, crossing points like those near Uvira or Bukavu are common, facilitating close economic and cultural exchange between these Great Lakes neighbours. Travelers should be mindful that while French is an official language in both nations, the Congolese Franc is the local currency, though US dollars are widely accepted in many urban areas, especially in the east.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
2+
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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