Burundi visa for Ugandan citizens

Burundian citizens planning a visit to Uganda benefit from visa-free entry, simplifying short-term travel for stays up to 90 days. This easy access facilitates movement between the two East African Community neighbours, with direct flights from Bujumbura to Entebbe typically taking around 1 hour 30 minutes and crossing no time zones. While short tourist visits are straightforward, visitors intending longer stays or travel for other specific purposes should note the three available visa types beyond this initial grace period. Familiarity with basic Swahili or English can greatly enhance interactions, and while the Ugandan Shilling is the local currency, major tourist establishments often accept US dollars.

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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