Burundi became a Party to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control on February 20, 2006.

Smoke Free Places: Smoking is banned in all indoor public places, all indoor workplaces, and on public transport. In addition, the law prohibits smoking in outdoor places where others are exposed to tobacco smoke.

Tobacco Advertising, Promotion and Sponsorship: The law imposes a broad ban on tobacco advertising and promotion. There are some restrictions, however, on point of sale product display.  Although publicity of sponsorship by the tobacco industry is prohibited, financial or other sponsorship by the tobacco industry has some restrictions.

Tobacco Packaging and Labeling: Tobacco products must carry a combined text and picture warning that occupies no less than 50 percent of the front and back of the package. The rotation requirements are to be determined by order of the Minister of Public Health. As of the date of this review, the Minister of Public Health has not yet issued the orders. Misleading packaging and labeling, including terms such as "light," "ultra light," or "mild" and other signs, are prohibited.

Tobacco Taxation and Prices:  The World Health Organization recommends raising tobacco excise taxes so that they account for at least 70 percent of retail prices. Tobacco excise taxes in Burundi are well below these recommendations.