Is gorilla trekking included in the visa?

No. Gorilla trekking requires a separate paid permit from the Rwanda Development Board, which is booked in addition to your entry visa.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months from arrival, a recent photo, a confirmed return or onward flight, and an email address for your approved visa.

How long does it take?

Rwanda visas are usually approved within a few working days when applied for online.

How long can I stay in Rwanda?

The tourist visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and can be extended in-country.

Can I visit Kenya and Uganda on the same visa?

Yes, with the East Africa Tourist Visa, which covers Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda on one multiple-entry visa for up to 90 days.

Do you need a Rwanda visa?

Planning a trip to Rwanda? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Rwanda Tourist Visa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 3 days. Most international travellers need a Rwanda Tourist Visa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Rwanda visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Rwanda visa online?

Applying for a Rwanda Tourist Visa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Rwanda immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Rwanda eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Rwanda visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Rwanda visa cost?

A Rwanda Tourist Visa costs $65 through VisitsVisa. The $65 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Rwanda visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Rwanda visa processing take?

Standard Rwanda visa processing usually takes 3 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Rwanda eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Rwanda visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Rwanda Tourist Visa permits a stay of Up to 30 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Rwanda applications are refused.

Rwanda Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist Visa

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Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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Rwanda Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist Visa

Length of StayUp to 30 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodOn arrival / online

ProcessingWithin 24 hours

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Rwanda Visa Types

Every price is all-inclusive: the government visa fee plus our service fee for preparing, checking and submitting your application.

V1 — Single (30 Days)

Up to 30 days
Single entry · valid 3 months from issue

Government fee: $92
Service fee: $50
Total: $142

V1 — Multiple (90 Days)

Up to 30 days per visit
Multiple entry · valid 6 months from issue

Government fee: $113
Service fee: $50
Total: $163

V11 East Africa (90 Days)

Up to 90 days
Multiple entry · valid 90 days from issue

Government fee: $144
Service fee: $50
Total: $194

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Check Your nationality Eligibility

Rwanda grants a visa on arrival to citizens of all nationalities, and applying online via Irembo first keeps arrival simple. East African Community partners and several other countries enjoy visa-free stays. A separate permit is needed for gorilla trekking.

Eligible nationalities

207 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Rwanda grants a visa on arrival to all nationalities, and you can also apply online in advance. East African Community and several partner nationals enter visa-free.

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Rwanda Visa Types

V1 — Single (30 Days)

V1 — Multiple (90 Days)

V11 East Africa (90 Days)

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