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France Embassy and Consulates in Burundi
1 Diplomatic Missions
1 Cities
France Embassy in Bujumbura, Burundi
60 Avenue De L'Uprona B.P. 1740 Bujumbura Burundi
Phone: + 257 22 20 30 00
Working hours: Open now (Close in 6 hours 10 minutes)
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of France may close on the following Burundian and French holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Assumption of Mary | Saturday, August 15 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 2 months |
| Prince Louis Rwagasore Day | Tuesday, October 13 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| President Ndadaye's Day | Wednesday, October 21 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time ends | Sunday, October 25 | 3 months |
| All Saints' Day | Sunday, November 01 | 3 months, 1 week |
| All Saints' Day | Monday, November 02 | 3 months, 1 week |
| Armistice Day | Wednesday, November 11 | 3 months, 2 weeks |
| December Solstice | Monday, December 21 | 4 months, 4 weeks |
1. How many French Embassies/Consulates are there in Burundi?
France currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Burundi including and Bujumbura.
2 - Do Burundian citizens need a visa for France?
Burundian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into France. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of France in Burundi for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of French embassies in Burundi?
The French representative offices in Burundi will be closed in observance of the following Burundian and French holidays in 2026/2024:
- Assumption of Mary (BI & FR) Sat, Aug 15, 2026 (3 weeks, 2 days)
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Time in France vs Burundi
Paris, France time is is same date and time Gitega, Burundi
Gitega, Burundi
10:50AMWednesday, July 22, 2026
Paris, France
10:50AMWednesday, July 22, 2026