FAQs

In general, visitors to Rwanda are frequently greeted with open arms and the country is frequently considered as safe. Nevertheless, it would be more accurate to characterize crime levels as moderate rather than low. The socio-economic conditions in Rwanda are gradually improving, with increasing incomes, particularly in Kigali. Consequently, incidents such as attempted robberies, burglaries, carjackings, pickpocketing, purse snatching, and similar offenses, although not entirely absent, have become less frequent compared to the past.

The Rwandan franc, unlike the French franc, is the country of Rwanda's official currency. The choice to adopt the franc as the national currency makes sense given Rwanda's historical ties to Belgium (it was once a Belgian colony).

This landlocked nation is a haven for diverse animals, art, and culture. It is one of the tiniest nations in Africa, and its cuisine is extremely distinctive. Fresh farm ingredients are used in the majority of the recipes. Here is a list of some of Rwanda's most well-liked dishes:

The unrivaled draw of Rwanda is gorilla trekking, which can be done only in the Volcanoes National Park. Although it has difficult walking conditions due to its rocky terrain and deep trees, the rewards are unmatched and include butterflies, birds, and primates, headlined, of course, by families of habituated mountain gorillas. The best time to see gorillas in Rwanda is during the dry months, if you're hoping to spot one of these gorgeous animals.

According to the needs of visitors, Rwanda Immigration Services offers a variety of time service choices, and the cost of a Rwanda visa varies accordingly. Normal processing times for visas are 72 business hours. But if you're pressed for time, our Rush Visa service can help your visa application be processed more quickly. To suit your demands and financial situation, pick one of the following choices:

Virtually all foreign nationalities require a visa to travel to Rwanda so children traveling to Rwanda are also required a visa, but the specific visa requirements may vary depending on their nationality and the type of visa they hold.

Yes, in many cases, you can extend your visa in Rwanda. If you find that you need to prolong your stay beyond the initial duration granted by your visa, you should inquire about the extension process well in advance of your visa's expiration. 

When traveling to Rwanda, there are several visa types available to suit different travel purposes. Depending on the reason for your visit, you can choose the most appropriate visa option.

In Rwanda, overstaying your visa is taken seriously, and there are penalties in place for those who exceed the allowed duration of stay. The fine for overstaying a visa in Rwanda can vary depending on the length of the overstay and the type of visa you hold.

The possibility of canceling a Rwanda visa and receiving a refund generally exists; however, the specific conditions and refund policies depend on the type of visa and the authority that issued it.