Canada Visa RequirementsFor Burundi passport holders
Burundi citizens require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) to enter Canada. The visa fee is approximately CAD 100 and permits stays of up to 6 months. Applications are submitted online through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Burundi passport holders require a visa to enter Canada.
Apply online at canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship. Create a GCKey account, complete the application form (IMM 5257), gather supporting documents, and pay the CAD 100 fee. Biometrics must be provided at a designated VAC, possibly in Nairobi.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Biometrics
Required at first application
Current Travel Situation
Burundi to Canada: What You Need to Know
Canada requires a Temporary Resident Visa from Burundi passport holders for tourism and business visits. Applications are submitted online through the IRCC portal. Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) are required at a Visa Application Centre. The nearest Canadian High Commission is in Nairobi (Kenya). Processing times typically range from 2 to 8 weeks.
How to Get There
No direct flights from Burundi to Canada. Connections go via Brussels (Brussels Airlines then Air Transat or Air Canada), Paris (Air France), or Nairobi (Kenya Airways).
Money & Banking
Canada uses the Canadian dollar (CAD). ATMs are widely available. Credit cards accepted almost universally. Inform your bank before travel.
Practical Tips
Demonstrate strong ties to Burundi (employment, family, property). Canada is vast; plan your itinerary around specific regions. Book accommodation in advance. The Canadian dollar (CAD) is the currency. French is spoken in Quebec; English elsewhere.