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Nigeria passport holders: Single entry for Burundi. Fee: USD 90 (~USD 90). Processing: 5-10 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available. Tourist eVisa: USD 90 (~NGN 122,400) for 30-day single entry. Yellow Fever vaccination MANDATORY (Nigerians carry — Nigeria endemic). Limited tourism infrastructure — mostly business/NGO travel.
Visa types: eVisa (30-day Tourist or Business); Embassy Visa via Burundi missions; Work Visa; Student; Family. Multi-entry via embassy only.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (single entry, extendable in-country).
Extension possibleYes
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Online application; Digital photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking / invitation; Bank statement (USD 100/day); Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (MANDATORY); Travel insurance; NIN; Detailed travel plan; For Business: Burundian entity invitation.
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eVisa available. Tourist eVisa: USD 90 (~NGN 122,400) for 30-day single entry. Yellow Fever vaccination MANDATORY (Nigerians carry — Nigeria endemic). Limited tourism infrastructure — mostly business/NGO travel.
Common rejection reasons
Common NG rejections: (1) Yellow Fever cert verification (Nigerians usually carry); (2) Doubtful purpose — limited Nigeria-Burundi flow; (3) NGO/mission travel needs proper authorization; (4) Insufficient travel insurance; (5) 419 financial fraud screening; (6) Onward East Africa migration concerns; (7) Document inconsistencies.
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