Basic Travel Requirements for Burundians visiting
Fiji
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Fijian Visa.
- A Burundian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm), taken against a white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Fiji Visa for Burundians
Facts about Fiji
Fiji is a country in the South Pacific with more than 300 islands. The country is well-known for its sandy beaches and resorts. Most tourists visiting Fiji do so for the purpose of vacation and honeymoon. The various islands have various resorts which offer a plethora of activities for foreigners. Tourists can enjoy visiting waterfalls, the beaches offer activities which include whitewater rafting, and kayaking. There are also outdoor activities can foreigners can engage in, some of which are mountain climbing, surfing, scuba diving, and zip-lining. The country is one of the top places that should be on every travelers’ list.
The tourism industry in Fiji is one of the most important industries in the country. Tourists in their hundreds of thousands visit the country yearly. The Fijian government is making a concerted effort to ensure that the number of visitors to the country increases exponentially.
Foreigners traveling to Fiji are required to declare currency of F$10,000 or the equivalent in any currency on entry and exit from the country. Avoid using recreational drugs of any kind during your time in Fiji. Being in possession of a small quantity of illegal drugs can lead to hefty fines and lengthy prison sentences.
Citizens of all European Union countries (except Croatia), Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Ghana, Iceland, Israel, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nigeria, Russia, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, South Africa, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, United States, Zambia, and Zimbabwe are granted visitor permits which is valid for4 months on arrival in Fiji.
Types of Fiji Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 3 working days | 90 days |
| Work visa | 3 working days | 3 months- 3 years |
General Requirements for Fiji Visa
- A Burundian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm), taken against a white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Fiji Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Fijian tourist visa is for Burundians looking to travel to Fiji for tourism or leisure.
- There are two types of Fiji tourist visa:
- Single-entry visa: This visa is valid for a single journey to Fiji only for a period of 3 months from the date of issue. This visa class cannot be extended beyond an additional one month of stay.
- Multiple-entry: This visa is valid for multiple journeys to Fiji for a period of 12 months from the date of the issue. Stay duration should not exceed 4 months on each visit.
- The currency used in Fiji is the Fijian dollars. However, US dollars are widely accepted and carrying enough supply of American money saves visitors the stress of having to deal with banks and money changers.
- Currency restriction of entry into Fiji is F$ 10,000. If you are carrying more than the stated amount, you must have it declared.
- Traveling to Fiji can be really expensive, but here are some tips on spending less and budgeting while in Fiji:
- If you traveling on a budget, it is advisable to travel in the low season. Visiting between the months of November and April can save you a lot on airfare and accommodations.
- Look for package deals. Your two largest expenses will be your flight and your hotel room, but you can find some great discounts if you book both at the same time.
- Travelers should stick to one island at a time. Transportation costs for island-hopping can add up, so save your money by sticking to just one of Fiji’s gorgeous islands.
- The expiry date of your passport can affect your entry into Fiji.
- You can apply for a validity waiver before travelling, however, applications will only be considered if the applicant can give a suitable reason why the waiver is needed.
- Be attentive to your personal safety and be cautious about sharing too much personal information about where you are from and where you are staying while traveling.
- If you are traveling with prescription medication, check with the government of Fiji, and its MFA to ensure the medication is legal in Fiji.
- Always, carry your prescription medication in original packaging with your doctor’s prescription.
- Driving while intoxicated is illegal in Fiji. The use of a mobile phone while driving is illegal. Bicycle riders should be cautious as there is no separate lane for cyclists.
- Avoid using minivans and public buses for public transportation, due to safety concerns. There have been recent reports of public buses catching fire.
- Scuba divers should be aware that Fiji’s hyperbaric chamber is currently not in service, and the nearest chambers are in New Zealand and Australia.
- While Fiji is working to bring a new chamber online, divers should consider insurance that covers both decompression treatment and, if needed, medical evacuation to a third country.
Fiji Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Fijian work permit is for Burundians looking to seek employment in Fiji.
- Burundians looking to work in Fiji will need a work permit. The kind of permit granted will depend on how long you plan to work in Fiji.
- There are two types of Fijian work permit:
- Work permit for non-citizen skilled contracted workers: This work permit is valid for three years and would apply for applicants looking to work in Fiji. The permit is tied to the specific job you’re going for, so you can’t do other work while in Fiji on this work permit.
- Short-term work permit: The short-term work permit is for applicants who are going to be working in Fiji for six months or less.
- The work permits carry a training condition whereby a local counterpart is required to be trained within a specified time.
- Applicants are required to provide a police check to prove that they have a clean criminal record.
- A certificate or other satisfactory evidence that proves you are adequately competent in English must be provided.
- Applicants are required to provide a medical report.
- A security deposit to cover the return airfare of the employee must be provided by the employer.
- Applicants can work only for the employer except as authorized by the Director of Immigration.
- Fourteen (14) days notice of expiration of contract must be given by the employer to the Director of Immigration before termination.
- In case of premature termination, immediate notice in writing shall be sent.
Fiji Visa Fees
Tourist visa
190.00 (USD)
Work visa
190.00 (USD)
Fiji Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Burundi
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Fiji currently does not maintain an embassy in Burundi. Citizens of Burundi are advised to use embassies/consulates in their neighboring countries for their applications.
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