Rwanda Visa Requirements 2026
Visa requirements for Rwanda: visa on arrival for up to 30 days, $50. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.
Rwanda visa at a glance
- Policy
- Visa on arrival
- Length of stay
- 30 days
- Cost
- $50
- Passport
- Valid 6+ months.
- Official source
- www.irembo.gov.rw
VOA $50 at Kigali airport for most. East Africa Tourist Visa $100 covers Kenya+Uganda+Rwanda for 90 days.
30 days visa on arrival (UK/US/EU/most). East Africa Tourist Visa covers Kenya-Uganda-Rwanda.
Customs allowances
Declare cash over $10,000. Plastic bags confiscated at entry.
Prohibited items
Plastic bags. Drones require permit. Drug laws strict. Photography of military/government/strategic infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions about Rwanda visas
Do I need a visa to visit Rwanda?
Visa on arrival applies for Rwanda: VOA $50 at Kigali airport for most. East Africa Tourist Visa $100 covers Kenya+Uganda+Rwanda for 90 days.
How much does a Rwanda visa cost?
The Rwanda visa costs $50. This is the published fee on the official application channel (www.irembo.gov.rw/). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.
How long can I stay in Rwanda?
The standard visa on arrival allows 30 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.
What passport validity does Rwanda require?
Valid 6+ months.
Where do I apply for a Rwanda visa?
Apply directly at the official government source: https://www.irembo.gov.rw/. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.