Italy Visa RequirementsFor Burundi passport holders
Burundi citizens must apply for a Schengen type C visa before traveling to Italy. The visa costs EUR 80 and permits stays of up to 90 days. The Italian Embassy or VFS Global processes applications.
Burundi passport holders require a visa to enter Italy.
Apply at the Italian Embassy or VFS Global. Required documents include a valid passport (6 months validity), two recent photos, completed form, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), hotel reservations, confirmed flights, last 3 months bank statements, and proof of employment. Fee is EUR 80.
Italy 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 Italy: What You Need to Know
Italy is a Schengen member and one of the world most visited countries. Burundi passport holders must obtain a Schengen visa before travel. Italy has cultural and commercial ties with East Africa. Processing typically takes 15 working days.
How to Get There
A Schengen visa covers all 27 European countries. ITA Airways, Brussels Airlines, and Ethiopian Airlines offer connections from Bujumbura via Addis Ababa or Brussels.
Money & Banking
Italy uses the euro (EUR). ATMs widely available. Credit cards accepted at most establishments. Some smaller establishments are cash-only.
Practical Tips
Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan are Italy top destinations. Use high-speed trains between cities. Buy a tourist city pass for museums and public transport. Italy is known for cuisine. Pickpocketing is a concern in Rome and Naples; be vigilant.