Gather, complete, and submit the requirements below.
Rwanda Tourist Visa Requirements
Original, signed U. S. Passport
with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Rwanda, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Rwanda. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
Rwanda Visa Application Form
Please download, print, complete, and sign the Visa application.
2 Recent Passport-type photograph
(2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
Personal Invitation
A letter from host (relative or friend) in lieu of hotel reservation.
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Copy of International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever.
Itinerary
Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Rwanda Business Visa Requirements
Original, signed U. S. Passport
with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Rwanda, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Rwanda. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
Rwanda Visa Application Form
Please download, print, complete, and sign the Visa application.
2 Recent Passport-type photograph
(2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
Business Letter
A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to “The Consulate of Rwanda, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Briefly introduce the applicant and specify the employment status/position held in the company by the applicant.
- State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Rwanda.
- Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one-year multiple-entry business visa).
- Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
- Sample Company Letter of Guarantee
Business Invitation
A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Rwanda. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to “Consulate General of Rwanda, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Rwanda.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a single entry business visa).
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Copy of International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever.
Itinerary
Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Visa Rwanda Instructions
Please send the passport(s) and all completed documents to the address below:
Visa DC, 13800 Coppermine Road Herndon VA. 20171-9998
Rwanda Visa Service Fees
| Fee Type | Duration | Processing | Consular Fee | Service Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist – Single Entry | 30 days | 10-14 business days | $35 | $70 | $105 |
| Tourist – Multiple Entry | 30 days | 10-14 business days | $65 | $70 | $135 |
| East Africa Tourist Visa – Multiple Entry | 30 days | 10-14 business days | $105 | $70 | $175 |
| Business – Multiple Entry | 90 days | 10-14 business days | $55 | $70 | $125 |
| RUSH Service | 30 days | 2-4 business days | $30+ | $100 | $130+ |
Other Information
NOTE: The Embassy of Rwanda is CLOSED every Friday.
FedEx Options
- $29.50 Fed Ex Letter (Not Including AL +HI – USA ONLY)
- $75.00 Fed Ex Envelope (First Overnight – Overweight package)
- $48.50 Fed Ex (Saturday Delivery – USA ONLY)