Nomad Rank
Total Score
Country
Burundi
Capital City
Gitega
Language
French, Kirundi
Currency
Burundian franc
Region
Africa
Landlocked
Yes
Burundi Passport
Nomad Capitalist Passport Index Ranking
The Burundi Passport is currently ranked Number 182 in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index with a total score of 40. This ranking, relative to other passports, has been calculated by considering the government of Burundi’s approach not just to travel, but to international taxation laws, global perception, dual citizenship and personal freedom.
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Travel Destinations from Burundi 50% in total score
For the Burundi Travel Score calculation, we relied on government travel data from 199 passport-issuing countries and territories, combined with real-time intelligence and proprietary research. This factor includes a Mobility Score (MS) measuring ease of travel, which focuses on visa-free (VF) travel, visa on arrival (VOA), eTA and eVisa (if issued within three days). Based on that data, we assigned Burundi a Travel Score of 58 which means that Burundi passport holders can enter a total of 58 destinations — either without a visa, through a visa on arrival or via an eTA.
Taxation in Burundi 20% in total score
For the Burundi Taxation Score calculation, we relied on data from our network of tax vendors, news sources and tax authorities. Based on that data, we assigned Burundi a Taxation Score of 30, meaning that Burundi allows citizens to relocate to avoid tax.
Perception 10% in total score
For the Burundi Perception Score calculation, we relied on the World Happiness Report, the Human Development Index and subjective factors from our networks’ experience to determine how each country’s citizens are perceived and recognised. Based on that data, we assigned Burundi a Perception Score of 10, meaning that Burundi citizens are refused entry to a substantial number of countries and/or encounter substantial hostility.
Dual Citizenship 10% in total score
For the Burundi Dual Citizenship Score calculation, we relied on embassy data and our experience to assess the ability to hold dual citizenship. Based on that data, we assigned Burundi a Dual Citizenship Score of 20, meaning that Burundi citizens are strictly forbidden to hold other citizenships.
Freedom 10% in total score
For the Burundi Freedom Score calculation, we relied on data and news reports on mandatory military service, government surveillance, press freedom and other factors to determine the personal freedom of citizens and expats. Based on that data, we assigned Burundi a Freedom Score of 20, meaning that Burundi citizens have low freedom.
