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Rwandan Conference / Meeting Visa (V5)

For visitors attending a conference, meeting, workshop or similar event in Rwanda. A short-stay visa aimed at professional gatherings rather than employment.

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USD 50 fee and 30-day validity are from official-page summaries; verify against the live visitors-visa page.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Rwanda government website before you apply.
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Official name
Conference Visa (V5)
Route type
Visitor / event visa
Validity
30 days (single entry)
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Cost
USD 50; free for visa-waiver nationals
Fee unverified against a live official page
Entries
Single
Number of entries
Single entry
Where to apply
Online (Irembo), on arrival, at DGIE, or at a Rwandan embassy

Who it is for

  • Delegates attending a conference, meeting or workshop in Rwanda
  • Participants in related short-term professional events

How to apply

  • Apply online via Irembo, or on arrival
  • Provide the event invitation or confirmation where requested

Requirements

  • A genuine, acceptable travel document (passport) valid for not less than 6 months.
  • You must be entering Rwanda for a conference, meeting, workshop or other related activity.
  • Work is not permitted on the V5 visa.
  • The visa is free of charge for nationals of countries with which Rwanda has a visa-waiver arrangement (including African Union, Commonwealth and La Francophonie members).

Documents you may need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • A recent passport-size photograph.
  • An invitation letter or application letter for the conference, meeting or workshop.

Frequently asked questions

  • No. The V5 conference visa is only for attending a conference, meeting, workshop or related activity, and employment is not permitted.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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