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Rwandan East African Tourist Visa (V11)

A joint multiple-entry visa allowing tourism across Rwanda and partner East African states. Ideal for travellers exploring the wider region on a single permit.

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USD 100 fee and 90-day validity are from official-page summaries; verify current terms and the list of partner states before publishing.

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
East African Tourist Visa (V11)
Route type
Regional multiple-entry tourist visa
Validity
90 days (multiple entry)
Depends on inter-government agreement; verify
Cost
USD 100
Fee unverified against a live official page
Entries
Multiple (within the partner states)
Number of entries
Multiple entry
Countries covered
Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya
Where to apply
Online (Irembo), on arrival, or at a Rwandan embassy

Who it is for

  • Tourists planning to visit Rwanda alongside partner East African states on one trip
  • Travellers who need multiple entries within the region

What you can do

  • Travel between the signatory countries for tourism on one visa
  • Re-enter the partner states during the validity period

How to apply

  • Apply through the issuing country's immigration portal (Irembo for Rwanda)
  • Enter the region first through the country that issued the visa where required

Requirements

  • A genuine, acceptable travel document (passport) valid for not less than 6 months.
  • You must be travelling for tourism only — the East African Tourist Visa cannot be used for employment or paid work.
  • The visa must be issued by the country of your first entry: if you obtain it before travel through Rwanda, Rwanda must be your first port of entry into the bloc.
  • The visa covers travel between the three participating East African states (Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya) on a single document.

Documents you may need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with a blank page.
  • A recent passport-size photograph.
  • Proof of onward or return travel and accommodation or itinerary within the East African bloc.

Frequently asked questions

  • The visa allows tourism travel between Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya on a single multiple-entry document valid for 90 days.

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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