BurundiRéunion: Visa required

BurundiRéunion

Do Burundi passport holders need a visa for Réunion?

Visa required

Yes. Burundi passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Réunion.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Visa-free access to Réunion139 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? France passport holders visiting Burundi: Visa on arrival.

Other visa-free destinations for Burundi passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Burundi passport holders need a visa for Réunion?

Yes. Burundi passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Réunion.

What currency is used in Réunion?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Réunion?

112.

How many countries can enter Réunion without a visa?

139 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Réunion visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Burundi

Burundi, officially the Republic of Burundi, is a landlocked country in East Africa. It is located in the Great Rift Valley at the junction between the African Great Lakes region and southeastern Africa, with a population of over 14 million people. It is bordered by Rwanda to the north, Tanzania to the east and southeast, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west; Lake Tanganyika lies along its southwestern border. The political capital city is Gitega and the economic capital and largest city is Bujumbura.

CapitalBujumbura

RegionEastern Africa

Population14.4M

Area27,834 km²

CurrencyBurundian franc (1 USD ≈ 2993.72 BIF)

LanguagesFrench, Kirundi

Calling code+257

Drives on theright

TimezoneBujumbura (UTC+2)

Nearest airportBujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM), 8 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 117

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$234 (2025)

Tourist arrivals299K (2017)

Climate in Bujumbura

Warmest September, coolest July, driest August, sunniest August. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October, November.

Monthly climate normals for Bujumbura, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27.7°C	20.6°C	198mm	320h
February	27.7°C	20.7°C	108mm	294h
March	28°C	20.7°C	170mm	301h
April	26.6°C	20.4°C	172mm	303h
May	26.1°C	19.8°C	107mm	354h
June	26.4°C	19.6°C	19mm	335h
July	25.7°C	18.8°C	12mm	349h
August	28.1°C	20.2°C	1mm	362h
September	28.7°C	20.8°C	20mm	339h
October	28.3°C	20.8°C	33mm	339h
November	27.7°C	20.4°C	78mm	305h
December	27.4°C	20°C	165mm	314h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Burundi is a small country in East Africa, although it has some cultural and geographical ties with Central Africa. It is surrounded by Rwanda, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Although the country is rich in culture and history, the country has been in a state of instability since gaining independence in the 1960s. Burundi is one of the world's poorest and least developed countries and has a myriad of social, political, and economic problems.

Upcoming public holidays

October 21, 2026Ndadaye Day

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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About Réunion

Réunion is an island in the Indian Ocean that is an overseas department and region of France within the African region. Part of the Mascarene Islands, it is located approximately 679 kilometres east of the island of Madagascar and 175 kilometres (94 nmi) southwest of the island of Mauritius. As of January 2026, it had a population of 910,985. Its capital and largest city is Saint-Denis.

RegionEastern Africa

Area2,511 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+262

Drives on theright

Emergency number112

Climate in Réunion

Warmest March, coolest July, driest August, sunniest December.

Monthly climate normals for Réunion, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	16.1°C	11.5°C	561mm	273h
February	16.5°C	11.2°C	357mm	311h
March	16.8°C	12.3°C	740mm	281h
April	14.7°C	9.5°C	147mm	311h
May	12.6°C	7.1°C	90mm	311h
June	11.4°C	5.4°C	53mm	305h
July	11.1°C	4.9°C	32mm	308h
August	11.7°C	4.6°C	26mm	329h
September	11.8°C	5.4°C	80mm	329h
October	13.8°C	7.4°C	191mm	342h
November	14.1°C	7.7°C	98mm	341h
December	15.7°C	10.7°C	413mm	343h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Reunion Island is a French overseas department located in the midst of the Indian Ocean, east of the island of Madagascar and 200 kilometres (120 mi) to the south-west of Mauritius, in East Africa. This enchanting destination is blessed with a tropical climate and beautiful volcanic landscapes, with its appeal being as much due to its white sandy beaches as its mountain scenery. Réunion used to be known as the Isle de Bourbon and Isle Bonaparte.

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