You can choose: apply online before travel, or get a visa at the airport.

You can choose: apply online before travel, or get a visa at the airport. Permitted stay is 1 month.

New Zealand passport holders can typically stay in Burundi for 1 month under the standard entry rules. Longer stays require a separate long-term visa.

New Zealand citizens need an eVisa or Visa on Arrival to enter Burundi. You can choose: apply online before travel, or get a visa at the airport.

From December 2021, passengers of all countries that required visa, can now obtain visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport , and all land borders.

You have two options: apply online for an eVisa before travel (recommended to avoid airport queues), or get a visa on arrival at the Burundi port of entry. The eVisa is faster on the day of travel; visa on arrival is convenient for last-minute trips.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, New Zealand citizens typically enter Burundi under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the Burundi embassy or consulate.