US State Dept Travel AdvisoriesUnited States29 April 2025
Burundi - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
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Reconsider travel to Burundi due to political violence , crime , and health . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. The possibility for political violence exists throughout Burundi. Police and military checkpoints are common and can limit movement. Police may search private homes for weapons. The borders may close without notice. Violent crimes like assault, carjacking, home invasion, grenade attacks, and armed robbery are possible. Criminals may target foreigners and residents suspected of having large sums of cash. Local police lack the resources and training to re
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