Burundi
Republic of Burundi
People: Burundian
Capital, currency and language of Burundi
The capital of Burundi is Gitega, the currency is the Burundian franc (BIF) and the official languages are Kirundi, French. The international dialling code is +257 and the main time zone is UTC+02:00.
Burundi is located in Eastern Africa and has a population of around 12.3 million. Its capital city is Gitega, and the most widely spoken official language is Kirundi. Burundi is landlocked, sharing borders with 3 neighbouring countries.
By the numbers, Burundi is the 79th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.15% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 142nd out of 196, with a population density of roughly 443 people per km².
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Burundi — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Burundi |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Gitega |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Population | 12,332,788 |
| Area | 27,834 km² |
| Currency | Burundian franc (BIF) Fr |
| Official Languages | Kirundi, French |
| Dialling Code | +257 |
| Internet TLD | .bi |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | BI / BDI |
| Borders | DR Congo, Rwanda, Tanzania |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Burundi
What is the capital and currency of Burundi?
The capital of Burundi is Gitega and the currency is the Burundian franc (BIF), symbol Fr.
What is the capital of Burundi?
The capital of Burundi is Gitega.
What currency does Burundi use?
Burundi uses the Burundian franc (BIF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Burundi?
The official languages of Burundi are Kirundi and French.
What is the dialling code for Burundi?
The international dialling code for Burundi is +257.
What side of the road does Burundi drive on?
Burundi drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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