Rwanda visa for Russian citizens

As a Russian citizen planning a journey to the beautiful landscapes of Rwanda, you'll find a straightforward e-visa process allowing for a maximum stay of 30 days, perfect for exploring its famous gorilla trekking routes. With 3 distinct visa types available, including a tourist option, securing your entry is designed for ease, costing approximately $50 USD for your application. Remember to factor in the significant time zone difference, with Rwanda operating on East Africa Time (UTC+2), which is 2 hours behind Moscow Standard Time, and consider booking your flights well in advance, especially during the peak dry seasons of June to August and December to February, to secure better fares.

eVisa30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

TouristVE-1 Visitors Visa – Visa Waiver Arrangement
90d$0valid 3mo
TouristVE-1 Visitors Visa – Visa Waiver Arrangement (AU/Commonwealth/La Francophonie 30 days)
30d$0valid 1mo
TouristVE-2 Visitors Visa – Ordinary Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
TouristVE-2 Visitors Visa – Ordinary Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
FamilyVE-3 Visitors Visa – Family Visit Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
FamilyVE-3 Visitors Visa – Family Visit Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
BusinessVE-4 Visitors Visa – Conference Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
BusinessVE-4 Visitors Visa – Conference Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TransitVE-5 Visitors Visa – Transit Visa
3d$30valid 3d
TouristVE-6 Visitors Visa – Tourist Visa (Visa on Arrival / Entry Visa)
30d$50valid 1mo
TouristVE-6 Visitors Visa – Tourist Visa (Visa on Arrival, Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TouristVE-7 Visitors Visa – East Africa Tourist Visa
90d$100multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TransitVC – Crew Member Visa
3d$0valid 3d
TouristEast African Community (EAC) Pass / Entry Visa
180d$0valid 6mo
OtherVisa on Arrival – General Entry Visa
30d$50valid 1mo
OtherVisa on Arrival – General Entry Visa (Multiple Entry)
90d$70multiple-entryvalid 3mo
WorkLong-term Visas and Work/Residence Permits (General Category)
StudentStudent Visa / Study Residence Permit (General Category)
FamilyDependent / Family Reunification Residence Permit (General Category)
MedicalHumanitarian / Medical Treatment Permission (General Category)
OtherLaissez-Passer for Rwandan Citizens (Regional Travel Document)
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VoA available for 30 days. East Africa Tourist Visa from Kenya/Uganda accepted.

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