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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