Do Burundian passport holders need a visa for India?
Yes. Burundian passport holders need a visa to visit India for tourism. This exemption is conditional. Ordinary passport valid for at least six months when you apply. Apply online at least 4 days before arrival and travel on the passport you applied with. The e-Visa covers tourism, business, medical treatment and conferences. Allowed stay depends on the type: 30 days for the one-month e-Tourist visa, at most 180 days per calendar year on the 1 and 5 year e-Tourist visas, and 60 days for e-Medical. It cannot be extended or converted. Not available to diplomatic or official passport holders.
This exemption is conditional
Ordinary passport valid for at least six months when you apply. Apply online at least 4 days before arrival and travel on the passport you applied with.
The e-Visa covers tourism, business, medical treatment and conferences. Allowed stay depends on the type: 30 days for the one-month e-Tourist visa, at most 180 days per calendar year on the 1 and 5 year e-Tourist visas, and 60 days for e-Medical. It cannot be extended or converted. Not available to diplomatic or official passport holders.
Burundian passport holders need a visa to visit India for tourism.
Read the condition on this exemption before you book. If your passport does not meet it, the exemption does not apply and you need a visa.
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At the border
These apply when you cross the border. They are separate from your visa application.
e-Arrival card
Foreigners and OCI card holders can complete and submit the e-Arrival card online within 72 hours before arrival in India. It is for arrival information and is not a visa.
No start date has been confirmed. Applies to everyone crossing the border.
Self-Declaration Form (Air Suvidha)
All passengers must fill the Self-Declaration Form before reaching the Arrival Immigration Counters.
No start date has been confirmed. Applies to everyone crossing the border.
Why we say this
Indian Visa Online (MHA), Countries/Regions eligible to avail eVisa
Verified on October 31, 2026 (1 day ago).
Common questions about this route
- Where do Burundian passport holders apply for a India visa?
- You apply online, through the official India application form.
See the full requirements and how to apply
Requirements last updated October 2026.