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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do South Sudan citizens need a visa for Burundi?

Visa-free · 90 days

Citizens of South Sudan can visit Burundi visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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South Sudan vs Burundi: passport comparison

South Sudan

18

visa-free countries

Global rank: #189 · mobility 67

Burundi

19

visa-free countries

Global rank: #178 · mobility 71.8
14

countries both South Sudan and Burundi can enter visa-free together

South Sudan + Burundi: passport compatibility

89%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where South Sudan and Burundi travel together — by entry type:

14 both visa-free
20 both visa on arrival
38 both e-visa / eTA
104 both need a visa
21 access differs

Where South Sudan and Burundi can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (14)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Benin 90 days #146
Dominica 21 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Kenya 90 days #133
Micronesia 30 days #89
Rwanda 180 days #143
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
Tanzania 90 days #135
Togo 30 days #155
Uganda 90 days #140

Only South Sudan is visa-free (3)

How the entry rule changed: South Sudan → Burundi

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The South Sudan → Burundi rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

4rule changes for the South Sudan passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else South Sudan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Burundi

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 90 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do South Sudan citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Citizens of South Sudan can visit Burundi visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can South Sudan citizens stay in Burundi without a visa?
South Sudan passport holders are allowed to stay up to 90 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — South Sudan or Burundi?
The Burundi passport is stronger: 19 visa-free countries versus 18. Global rank: South Sudan #189, Burundi #178.
Where can South Sudan and Burundi citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 14 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Burundi?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between South Sudan and Burundi?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

South Sudan passport ranking

Where else the South Sudan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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