Basic Travel Requirements for Singaporeans visiting
Burundi
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Burundian Visa.
- A Singaporean 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 (2 x2′) taken in white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to Singapore.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Burundi Visa for Singaporeans
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15-30 days | 30 days |
| Business visa | 15-30 days | 30 days |
General Requirements for Burundi Visa
- A Singaporean 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 (2 x2′) taken in white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to Singapore.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Burundi Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Singaporeans traveling to Burundi for tourism and visitation purposes are required to apply for the Burundi tourist visa.
- The Burundi tourist visa is valid for a 30-day stay and is non-extendable.
- Passengers with an Entry Authorisation letter issued by the authorities of Burundi before departure can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 1 month.
- Visitors are required to provide proof of accommodation. This could come in the form of a hotel booking.
- Applicants who are visiting friends or family members are required to provide an invitation letter.
- Proof of yellow fever vaccination must be provided by applicants.
- In 2009, the Burundian government criminalized homosexual acts between males; LGBT people should avoid all travel to Burundi.
- Security forces routinely search vehicles and homes (including those of foreigners). Residential searches are allowed between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. – Police must present identification and a search warrant.
- You are subject to local laws, regardless of your nationality. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Convictions for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs are severe and result in long jail sentences and heavy fines.
- You may be questioned by the police if you are unable to produce an acceptable form of identification.
- It is illegal to take pictures of government buildings, military installations, and key infrastructures such as airports and border controls. You could be detained or arrested, fined, and have your equipment confiscated. You are advised not to take photos of Burundians without their permission.
- The Burundian franc (BIF) is the official currency of Burundi. However, U.S. dollars and euros are accepted in urban areas. Most transactions are conducted in cash; credit cards are rarely accepted outside of Bujumbura.
Burundi Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Singaporeans traveling to Burundi for business purposes can apply for the Burundian business visa.
- The Burundian business visa is valid for 30 days, but it can be extended to 90 days.
- The applicant is required to provide a letter from his or her employer in Singapore. The letter should be addressed to the Embassy of Burundi and signed by a senior manager.
- Proof of any previous dealings between the sponsoring company in Burundi and the host company in Singapore should be provided if any.
- The letter should introduce the applicant and state the nature of the business to be conducted. If the applicant is meeting more than one company, the names and addresses of the companies should be stated.
- The letter should also state the following:
- Purpose of the trip.
- Activities to be performed during the trip.
- Source of financial responsibility or expenses to be covered by the applicant’s company or host company.
- Duration of stay.
- An official letter of invitation from the host company in Burundi should be provided. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and signed by an authorized signatory of the company.
- The letter should state the duration and nature of the business to be carried out and if the applicant would be sponsored by the company. The valid contact address of the company should also be included in the letter.
Burundi Visa Fees
Tourist visa
90.00 (USD)
Business visa
90.00 (USD)
Burundi Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Singapore
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Burundi currently does not maintain an embassy in Singapore, the visa application can be processed in a neighboring country like India.
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