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.

The permitted stay for São Tomé and Príncipe citizens in Burundi depends on the visa type granted at entry. Confirm exact length with the Burundi embassy or consulate before traveling.

São Tomé and Príncipe 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.

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, São Tomé and Príncipe 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.