Cambodia Visa for Burundian Citizens & How to Apply

A visa is REQUIRED for Burundian passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Burundian nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 13:00 - Monday - 11 November, 2024 5 days 2 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Burundians who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Burundian citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 13:00 - Wednesday - 13 November, 2024 7 days 2 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Burundian transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of November 2024, 12,219,086 Burundian passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. It allows a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days in Cambodia for tourism purposes. Burundian passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of six months at the time of application.


Visa requirement summary:

Can Burundian citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Burundian passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Burundian citizens is 216375 BIF.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 13:30 - Tuesday - 12 November, 2024 at Gitega local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Burundian passport holders are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) for Cambodia.
How to apply? Online eVisa application

What are requirements to get Cambodia evisa for Burundi citizens?

Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Burundian citizens:

  • Your Burundi passport must be valid for at least 6 months of your entry into Cambodia and should have at least 2 black pages.
  • A soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
  • A soft copy of your portrait photo (in jpeg format, meeting the Cambodia evisa photo requirements - 4x6cm, white background).
  • An active email to receive Evisa
  • A credit card/debit card to make payment.

Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in Burundi

At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Gitega, Burundi.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 3717.2 km distance from Gitega with 6 hours, 11 minutes flight)
Villa No.2E, Gamal Hemdan St/Charles De Gaulle St., Dokki, Giza, Egypt

Phone
+202 37629973/ +202 33351137
To call the embassy from Burundi, please dial +20

Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm (Open now)

Time Right Now
Gitega: 10:50 AM, Wednesday 06 November 2024
Giza: 10:50 AM, Wednesday 06 November 2024
Time Difference: None

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Burundian citizens

There are two available methods for Burundian citizens and foreign passports living in Burundi to apply for a visa to Cambodia.

Cambodia eVisa

Applying for an eVisa from Burundi? Here is a step-by-step guide:

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Burundian passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 216375 BIF)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 13:00 PM, Burundi local time on 11 November 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

Burundian nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 86550 Franc(BIF)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 100975 Franc(BIF)

Eligible ports of entry

Burundian visitors holding a valid eVisa can enter at one of the following ports of entry and exit in Cambodia:

Ports of entry/exit Distance and travel time (from Gitega Burundi)
Phnom Penh International Airport 8446.6 km / 5248.4 miles (14 hours, 4 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 8360.1 km / 5194.7 miles (13 hours, 56 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 8303.7 km / 5159.7 miles (13 hours, 50 minutes)
Cham Yeam 8238.6 km / 5119.2 miles (13 hours, 43 minutes)
Poipet 8228.2 km / 5112.8 miles (13 hours, 42 minutes)
Bavet 8584.5 km / 5334.2 miles (14 hours, 18 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 8604.7 km / 5346.7 miles (14 hours, 20 minutes)

Burundi & Cambodia travel information

Burundi Cambodia Differences
Local time 10:50 (06 November, 2024) 15:50 (06 November, 2024) There is no time difference between Burundi and Cambodia.
Population 12,219,086 16,927,576 4,708,490 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather moderate rain 23°C (Gitega) moderate rain 30°C (Phnom Penh) 7°C lower than Cambodia
Distance Gitega
  • Phnom Penh (8447.0 km / 5248.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (8360.0 km / 5195.0 miles)
Average distance is 8395 km or 5216 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Burundi
  • Upcoming holiday is Christmas Day which will occur in 1 month, 2 weeks.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Nov. 9, 2024 which will start in 2 days, 8 hours (Gitega local time)

Burundi Public Holidays 2024

The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Burundi.

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
Independence Day Saturday, 09 November 2024 2 days, 8 hours
December Solstice Saturday, 21 December 2024 1 month, 2 weeks
January 1 Bank Holiday Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 month, 3 weeks
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 month, 3 weeks
Coptic Christmas Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 months
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 months
Revolution Day January 25 Saturday, 25 January 2025 2 months, 2 weeks
International Women Day Saturday, 08 March 2025 4 months
March Equinox Thursday, 20 March 2025 4 months, 1 week
Eid el Fitr Monday, 31 March 2025 4 months, 3 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Burundi?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Burundi.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Burundian nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Burundian citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 216375 BIF) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Burundi?

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 13:30 PM on 12 November 2024 (Gitega local time).

What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?

If you are currently living in Burundi, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.