Basic Travel Requirements for Namibians visiting
Burundi
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Burundian Visa.
- Passport with a validity of at least six months from the period of exiting the country. The passport must contain two blank pages.
- Correctly filled visa application form signed by the applicant.
- Two copies of identical passport photographs taken with a white background. The photographs must not be older than 6 months.
- Original bank statement covering the last six months prior to the period of visa application.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period of stay in Burundi.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- Proof of civil status.
Burundi Visa for Namibians
Facts about Burundi
Although ranked as the least happy nation in the world, Burundi is a small African nation that has a stunning appreciation of nature. The country is popular for having a lot of hippopotamus and varying species of birds. There are a lot of shrub lands and lakes to visit to see the hippopotamuses. Also, bird watching is one of the most popular things fascinates tourists in the country.
Burundi is visited by an average of 120,00 foreign visitors yearly. This low statistic is due to the political strife all over the country.
Types of Burundi Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 15-30 days | 30 days |
| Tourist visa | 15-30 days | 30 days |
General Requirements for Burundi Visa
- Passport with a validity of at least six months from the period of exiting the country. The passport must contain two blank pages.
- Correctly filled visa application form signed by the applicant.
- Two copies of identical passport photographs taken with a white background. The photographs must not be older than 6 months.
- Original bank statement covering the last six months prior to the period of visa application.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period of stay in Burundi.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- Proof of civil status.
Burundi Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The business visa is for Namibians travelling to Burundi for business-related purposes.
- A business cover letter detailing the duration and purpose of your trip is needed from your company in Namibia.
- An invitation letter from the inviting company in Burundi is also necessary for this visa application. The letter should introduce you, detail the purpose of the trip, provide dates of the visit and be signed by a company officer with contact details included.
- passport or obtain a new one prior to applying for your visa.
- Two 2 Passport photographs that meet the required standard for visa application.
- Please provide a copy of your Hotel Reservation.
- However, if you are staying with a friend or host, a letter of explanation from your host, including a copy of your host’s passport/national ID/visa (both notarized) are required
- You must provide a copy of your roundtrip airline confirmation indicating the dates of entry and exit from the country you intend to visit. Your name must be on the ticket (do not send original ticket).
- An International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required. You may submit either the original booklet or a photocopy of the booklet itself.
Burundi Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Foreigners who have the intention of visiting Burundi for the purpose of leisure and tourism are the eligible applicants of this visa.
- This visa allows foreign nationals to visit their family and friends who hold permanent residency in the country.
- If you are visiting a friend or relative in the country, a letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must contain the valid contact information of the host.
- A letter from your employer in Namibia is required.
- Applicants of this visa are allowed to attend festivals and events while they are in the country.
- An International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required. You may submit either the original booklet or a photocopy of the booklet itself.
- Foreigners on this visa are not allowed to engage in business activities during their time in the country.
- All applicants of this visa should submit the receipt of paid visa application fees.
Burundi Visa Fees
Business visa
90.00 (USD)
Tourist visa
90.00 (USD)
Burundi Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Namibia
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There is currently no Embassy of Burundi in Namibia. Applicants are to visit a neighboring country for their visa applications.
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