East Africa · ES passport

Do Spanish citizens need a visa for Burundi?

Last checked 27 October 20265 sourcesGitega · BIF

Travel advice. Some regions have security risks. Check your foreign ministry's travel advice for the areas you plan to visit.

Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the embassy before you book.

Visa on arrivalor online

Yes. Spanish citizens need a visa for Burundi, which can be bought on arrival or online in advance.

Apply online or get the visa on arrival at Bujumbura airport and land borders.

At a glance

Visa required
Yes
Type
Visa on arrival
Fee
See official portal
Stay
Up to 1 month
Yellow fever
Certificate required
Arrive at
BJM

How to get your Burundi visa on arrival

  1. To skip the queue, apply online in advance on the official government portal where available.
  2. Otherwise, buy the visa at the airport on arrival, ideally with cash in US dollars or euros.
  3. Keep your return ticket and accommodation details ready for the immigration desk.

Most African countries treat all EU passports the same way, but some do not (Mozambique and Rwanda, for example). This page uses the rule for Spain.

Health requirements

Yellow fever. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all arriving travellers (usually from 9 months or 1 year of age).

Malaria. Malaria is present across most of the country. Ask a travel clinic about antimalarial tablets.

Book a travel clinic visit 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Some vaccines, including yellow fever, must be given at least 10 days before you arrive.

Travel advice for Spanish travellers

Your own government publishes safety advice and emergency contacts for Burundi. Check it before you book and register your trip if your country offers that service: Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

More entry rules for your passport: all 54 countries, visa-free countries, eVisa countries and visa on arrival countries.

On arrival in Burundi

Capital
Gitega
Currency
Burundian franc (BIF)
Languages
Kirundi, French, English
Plugs
Type C, E
Best time
June to August
Airports
Bujumbura (BJM)

Full Burundi travel requirements →

Frequently asked questions

Do Spanish citizens need a visa for Burundi?

Yes. Spanish citizens need a visa for Burundi, which can be bought on arrival or online in advance.

How long can Spanish citizens stay in Burundi?

Up to 1 month for tourism. Overstaying can lead to fines and future entry bans.

Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Burundi?

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all arriving travellers (usually from 9 months or 1 year of age).

How much does the Burundi visa cost for Spanish passport holders?

Fees vary by visa length and entry type. The official portal shows the current price before you pay.

Which airports do flights to Burundi arrive at?

Most international flights land at Bujumbura (BJM).

Sources

Spotted a rule that has changed? Email hello@bemba.com with a link to the source.

Burundi visa rules for other passports

Spanish visa rules for nearby countries