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Rwanda visa on arrival

Visitors from all countries can get a visa when they arrive. Its validity depends on the visitor's country.

Ways to get a Rwanda visa on arrival

  1. Visa on arrival valid for 30 days

    Visa on arrival

    Visitors who need a visa and do not qualify for the 90-day visa on arrival receive a visa valid for 30 days.

    Valid for
    30 days.
    Fee
    Fees are waived for nationals of African Union, Commonwealth of Nations or La Francophonie member states. Other fee amounts are not specified.
  2. Visa on arrival valid for 90 days

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa countries who are not visa-exempt receive a visa valid for 90 days.

    Valid for
    90 days.
    Fee
    Fees are waived for nationals of African Union, Commonwealth of Nations or La Francophonie member states. Other fee amounts are not specified.

Who needs it

Visitors who are not visa-exempt can choose a visa on arrival.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival for their permitted visit.

What to bring

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months, with at least one empty page.

Good to know

  • Visa on arrival has been available to visitors from all countries since 1 January 2018.
  • The fee waiver for nationals of African Union, Commonwealth of Nations and La Francophonie member states has applied since 10 March 2020.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Rwanda?

Visitors who are not visa-exempt can choose a visa on arrival. Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival for their permitted visit.

What are the ways to get a visa on arrival for Rwanda?

There are 2 options: Visa on arrival valid for 30 days (a visa at the border); Visa on arrival valid for 90 days (a visa at the border).

How much does a Rwanda visa on arrival cost?

Fees are waived for nationals of African Union, Commonwealth of Nations or La Francophonie member states. Other fee amounts are not specified.

How long is a Rwanda visa on arrival valid?

30 days for most visitors; 90 days for visitors from Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa countries who are not visa-exempt.

What documents do I need for a Rwanda visa on arrival?

A passport valid for at least 6 months, with at least one empty page..

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Rwanda?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Rwanda visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Rwanda be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Rwanda visa on arrival rules?

On Rwanda's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Rwanda?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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