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Our Rwanda eVisa application process

How to apply for your Rwanda eVisa with iVisa

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Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, upload your documents, see when you’ll get your visa, and pay using our secure portal.

You can save your progress and come back anytime. Most people finish the application in under 20 minutes.

We’ll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

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We review your application

The Rwanda visa system is known for being difficult to navigate – your photo must be the right size, and your passport scan must be clear.

Don’t worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays. One of our experts checks everything for errors or missing information to make sure it’s ready to go. This review is quick but thorough.

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We submit it for government processing

We’re not the government, but we submit your application to them and are here for you along the way if there are any problems.

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Get your Rwanda eVisa

We’ll email your approved visa and let you know how to use it for your trip.

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Visa types needed for Rwanda

  • Rwanda eVisa (Visitors Visa)
  • Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa
  • Transit visa*
  • Study and Research Permit (Student Pass N1)*
  • Business Investor Permit*
  • Business Entrepreneur Permit*
  • Employment Permit (Skilled Worker Pass)*
  • Diplomat Permit*
  • Dependents Permit*

Rwanda eVisa (Visitors Visa)

The Rwanda Visitors Visa (V-Class) is designed for travelers visiting Rwanda for tourism, family visits, business exploration, medical treatment, and other short-term non-work activities.

With this visa, you can:

  • 🌿 Explore Rwanda’s national parks, wildlife reserves, and cultural sites (V1)
  • 🏠 Visit family or close relatives (V2)
  • 🏛️ Attend official government meetings (V3-1)
  • 🎖️ Visit in an accredited diplomatic capacity (V3-2)
  • 🔍 Explore job opportunities without working (V4)
  • 🎤 Attend conferences, workshops, and seminars (V5)
  • 💼 Survey business or investment opportunities (V6)
  • 🩺 Receive medical treatment (V7)
  • 👥 Participate in group tourism (V8)
  • 📋 Undertake short-term, pre-arranged business activities (V9)
  • ⏳ Stay temporarily while awaiting another visa type (V10)
  • 🤝 Visit under reciprocal agreements (V12)

The Visitors Visa does not allow you to engage in paid employment while in Rwanda. For employment or long-term study, you will need to apply for a different visa directly through the Rwanda Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration.

The Visitor’s Visa is typically valid for 30 days (single-entry), with 90-day multiple-entry options available for certain sub-categories, such as V1 (holiday/tourist), V8 (group tourism), and V11 (East Africa Tourist Visa).

To apply for the Rwanda Visitor’s Visa, you’ll need:

  • 🛂 A passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
  • 📸 A recent passport photo (white background recommended)
  • 📝 Basic personal and travel details
  • ✈️ Flight information
  • 💳 Payment for the visa fee and iVisa service fee

Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa

The Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa (V11) is designed for travelers seeking seamless travel across Rwanda, Kenya, and Uganda with a single permit. It covers short-term tourism and leisure travel across all three countries.

With this eVisa, you can:

  • 🌍 Explore tourist attractions across Rwanda, Uganda, and Kenya
  • 🏠 Visit family or friends in any of the three countries
  • 🎟️ Attend conferences, exhibitions, or cultural events within the region

The East Africa Tourist eVisa does not allow you to work, study, or engage in paid activities. For employment, study programs, or long-term stays, you will need to apply for a different visa directly through the government of the country where you plan to stay.

The East Africa Tourist eVisa is valid for 90 days, allows multiple entries, and permits travel between Rwanda, Uganda, and Kenya during its validity period. You must first enter the country that issued your eVisa, such as Rwanda, before traveling to the others.

To apply for the East Africa Tourist eVisa, you’ll need:

  • 🛂 A passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
  • 📸 A recent passport photo (white background recommended)
  • 📝 Basic personal and travel details
  • ✈️ Flight information
  • 💳 Payment for the visa fee and iVisa service fee

Transit visa*

Purpose: Short transit (less than 72 hours) through Rwanda, including due to delays

Validity: Up to 72 hours

Entries: Single

Extension: May be extended in exceptional circumstances

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Study and Research Permit (Student Pass N1)*

Purpose: Academic studies or research at recognized Rwandan institutions

Validity**: 1 year, renewable until program completion

Entries: Multiple

Extension: Renewable yearly

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Business Investor Permit*

Purpose: Facilitate foreign investment in Rwanda (sector-specific)

Validity: Up to 2 years (new); up to 5 years (renewal)

Entries: Multiple

Extension: Renewable

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Business Entrepreneur Permit*

Purpose: Operate as an entrepreneur (mining, agriculture, IT, logistics, hospitality, other sectors)

Validity: Up to 2 years (new); up to 5 years (renewal)

Entries: Multiple

Extension: Renewable

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Employment Permit (Skilled Worker Pass)*

Purpose: For foreigners employed in Rwanda (occupations‑on‑demand list or employee-sponsored)

Validity: Typically up to 3 years (H1 Skilled Worker); shorter for assignments (Q1 fly‑in/fly‑out)

Entries: Multiple

Extension: Renewable

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Diplomat Permit*

Purpose: For accredited diplomats and official mission staff

Validity: 30 days (single); 2 years (multiple accreditation)

Entries: Single (official visit) or multiple (accredited diplomat)

Extension: Renewable

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Dependents Permit*

Purpose: For spouses, children, and parents of permit holders

Validity: Matches principal’s permit duration

Entries: Multiple

Extension: Renewable alongside the principal permit

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

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Rwanda visa policy

Citizens of all countries are eligible to apply for a Rwanda eVisa online or obtain a visa on arrival for stays up to 30 days for tourism, family visits, and short business trips. The visa can be extended once inside Rwanda for an additional 30 days through the Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration (DGIE). Citizens of East African Community (EAC) countries benefit from visa-free entry, while travelers from COMESA member states receive visas on arrival at no fee for 90 days.

For longer stays or specialized purposes, Rwanda offers a range of temporary residence permits and visas, including those for business investors, employment, students, researchers, and diplomats. These permits are processed through the DGIE’s online Irembo platform, requiring supporting documentation such as admission letters for study, employment contracts for work, and investment registration for business permits.

All travelers must enter Rwanda with a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival, with at least one blank page for entry stamps. Proof of accommodation, return or onward travel, and sometimes vaccination certificates (such as yellow fever) may be required, depending on the traveler’s departure country.

We recommend checking the official Rwanda Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration website or consulting with the nearest Rwandan consulate before travel to confirm the latest entry requirements.

Rwanda visa prices

Rwanda eVisa (Visitors Visa)

Prices starting from $69.99

Valid for 1 month after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 30 days per entry

Rwanda East Africa Tourist eVisa

Prices starting from $54.99

Valid for 3 months after issued
Multiple entry
Stay up to 90 days per entry

Fast facts

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USA

iVisa approval rate

97.0%

Main reason for denials

Missing or inconsistent home country information

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FAQs

Most travelers need a visa to enter Rwanda, but the process is simple. Citizens of all countries can apply for a Rwanda eVisa online before departure or get a visa on arrival for a 30-day stay. Citizens of EAC countries can enter visa-free, while travelers from COMESA countries can get a 90-day visa on arrival at no fee.
Most Rwanda eVisa applications are processed within one to seven days, but it is recommended to apply at least a week before your trip to allow for processing and any additional documentation requests.
Yes, you can extend your Rwanda eVisa once for an additional 30 days by applying through the Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration while in Rwanda, provided you apply before your current visa expires.
To apply for a Rwanda eVisa, you need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival, a recent passport photo, and your personal and travel details.
Rwanda is considered one of the safest countries in Africa for tourists, with low crime rates and a stable government. However, travelers should follow standard travel safety practices, including registering with their embassy and keeping personal belongings secure.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if you are arriving from a country where yellow fever is present. Travelers from non-risk countries typically do not need the certificate.
The standard Rwanda eVisa is a single-entry visa. If you need to enter and exit multiple times, you will need to apply for a new visa or consider other visa options, such as the East Africa Tourist Visa for travel between Rwanda, Kenya, and Uganda.
The best time to visit Rwanda is during the dry seasons from June to September and December to February, when conditions are ideal for wildlife viewing and outdoor activities.

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