Costa Rican visa for Burundian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Burundian passport holders visiting Costa Rica for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Burundian citizens to enter Costa Rica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Costa Rica e-visa for Burundian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Costa Rica visa on arrival for Burundian citizens | Not Available | |
Costa Rica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Burundian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Costa Rica.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Costa Rica.
If you are looking for Costa Rica visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Burundi, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Costa Rica nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The Embassy of in Nairobi, ~ 801.29 kilometers (497.90 mi) away from Gitega, Burundi. (Working hours: Close now).
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 2495.68 kilometers (1550.74 mi) away from Gitega, Burundi. (Working hours: Close now).
Costa Rica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Costa Rica diplomatic mission offices to Burundi for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Burundi traveling to Costa Rica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Burundi) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 251 | N/A |
| 2009 | 231 | -7.97% |
| 2010 | 252 | 9.09% |
| 2011 | 263 | 4.37% |
| 2012 | 281 | 6.84% |
| 2013 | 291 | 3.56% |
| 2014 | 303 | 4.12% |
| 2015 | 319 | 5.28% |
| 2016 | 351 | 10.03% |
| 2017 | 355 | 1.14% |
| 2018 | 362 | 1.97% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Costa Rica & Burundi comparison
Costa Rica's area is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi), while the area of Burundi is approximately 25,680 km2 (9,915 sq mi). This means Burundi is 98.83% smaller than Costa Rica.
As of April 2024, Costa Rica's population is ~5.3 million people - 8,093,172 fewer people than the population of Burundi.
We have highlighted Costa Rica & Burundi’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Costa Rica | Burundi | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 5,281,581 | 13,374,753 | 8.1 million fewer people live in Costa Rica than Burundi |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 36 | Costa Rica has 62 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Burundi. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 111 | 20 | Costa Rica passport holders can visit 91 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 52 | 20 | Costa Rican hosts 32 more foreign missions than Burundi. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Burundi travel to Costa Rica in one year?
The number of visitors from Burundi visiting Costa Rica in 2018 was approximately 362.
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Useful Information
- San Jose to Gitega: 11442.72 km (7110.17 mi)
- Travel time: 23 hours 50 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024