Burundi visa for Norwegian citizens

Travelers from Burundi planning a trip to Norway will find that a visa is indeed required, with options available for tourist, family, and student stays. Standard application fees typically start from around €80, and while tourist visas usually allow for up to 90 days, prepare for a notable climate shift from Burundi's equatorial warmth to Norway's cooler, more northerly latitudes. There are no direct flights connecting Bujumbura to Oslo, meaning a journey often involves multiple layovers through major European hubs and a necessary adjustment to a different time zone upon arrival. This considerable journey underscores the importance of planning ahead, especially considering peak travel seasons in Norway often coincide with its milder summer months.

Visa on arrival30d stay· 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

From December 2021, obtainable at Bujumbura International Airport and all land borders.

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