Ireland Visa RequirementsFor Burundi passport holders
Burundi citizens require a visa to enter Ireland. Ireland is not part of the Schengen Area. The fee is EUR 75 and allows stays of up to 90 days. Applications are submitted online through the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service.
Burundi passport holders require a visa to enter Ireland.
Apply online at inisonline.jahs.ie. Complete the form, pay EUR 75, print the summary, and submit with your passport, two photos, financial statements, travel insurance, accommodation proof, and flight itinerary to the nearest Irish Embassy or honorary consulate.
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
Current Travel Situation
Burundi to Ireland: What You Need to Know
Ireland operates its own visa system outside the Schengen Area. Burundi passport holders must apply for an Irish Short Stay visa. Applications are submitted online through INIS. Processing typically takes 8 to 10 weeks, so early application is essential.
How to Get There
No direct flights from Burundi to Ireland. Connections go via Brussels (Brussels Airlines then Aer Lingus or Ryanair), Paris, or London.
Money & Banking
Ireland uses the euro (EUR). ATMs widely available. Credit cards accepted universally. Currency exchange at airports and banks.
Practical Tips
Apply at least 3 months before travel. A UK visa does not permit entry to Ireland. Dublin is the main entry point. The Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry, and Dublin city are top attractions. Public transport is limited outside cities; renting a car is recommended.