Burundi Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 48 | 145 |
| 2021 | 53 | 151 |
| 2022 | 58 | 161 |
| 2023 | 59 | 161 |
| 2024 | 58 | 160 |
| 2025 | 58 | 156 |
| 2026 | 56 | 165 |
Burundi: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 15th out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingEnglish
- 55th out of 60 countries
- Within-Language RankingFrench
- 28th out of 29 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingPresidential Republic
- 57th out of 57 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 150th out of 159 countries
- African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
- 46th out of 54 countries
- G77 RankingG77 Countries
- 111th out of 132 countries
Key Destination Access
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
About Burundi
Burundi is a landlocked country in East Africa, nestled in the African Great Lakes region. Its landscape is dominated by rolling hills and plateaus, with Lake Tanganyika forming its southwestern border. The country shares borders with Rwanda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The region is known for its high altitude and temperate climate.
Life in Burundi often centers around agriculture, with many families engaged in subsistence farming. The capital, Gitega, and the former capital, Bujumbura, exhibit a mix of traditional and modern influences. Markets are vibrant hubs where local produce and crafts are exchanged. The population is predominantly young, reflecting a dynamic social fabric.
Burundi has experienced periods of political instability and conflict, which have shaped its regional relationships. The country is a member of the East African Community and the African Union. It maintains diplomatic ties with various nations and participates in regional peacekeeping efforts. The path toward stability and development remains a central focus for the government and its international partners.