Belgium Visa RequirementsFor Burundi passport holders
Burundi citizens must apply for a Schengen visa before traveling to Belgium. The visa allows up to 90 days of stay and costs EUR 80. Applications are submitted at the Belgian embassy or authorized visa centers.
Burundi passport holders require a visa to enter Belgium.
Apply at the Belgian Embassy or VFS Global. Required documents include a valid passport (6 months validity), application form, two passport photos, travel insurance, proof of accommodation, return flight itinerary, bank statements, and EUR 80 fee.
Belgium is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Burundi to Belgium: What You Need to Know
Belgium is part of the Schengen Area so Burundi passport holders need a type C visa for tourism or business visits. Belgium has strong historical ties with East and Central Africa. The Belgian Embassy or VFS Global processes applications. Processing typically takes 10 to 15 working days.
How to Get There
A Belgian Schengen visa grants access to all Schengen countries. Brussels Airlines offers convenient connections between Bujumbura and Brussels. Consider combining Belgium with the Netherlands or France.
Money & Banking
Belgium uses the euro. ATMs are widely available. Credit cards are accepted at most establishments. Currency exchange services available at the airport and city centers.
Practical Tips
Brussels is a major European hub for airlines including Brussels Airlines which serves East Africa. Belgium is ideal as a gateway for further European exploration. French and Dutch are the main languages; basic French phrases are useful. Carry some cash as smaller establishments may not accept cards.