Ethiopian visa for Rwandese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Rwandese passport holders visiting Ethiopia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Rwandese citizens to enter Ethiopia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ethiopia e-visa for Rwandese citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Ethiopia visa on arrival for Rwandese citizens | Eligible | |
Ethiopia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Rwandese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Ethiopia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ethiopia.
If you are looking for Ethiopia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Rwanda, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ethiopia nearest your place of residence.
- Kigali: The Embassy of Ethiopia in Kigali, Rwanda (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 31 minutes)
Ethiopia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ethiopia diplomatic mission offices to Rwanda for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Rwanda traveling to Ethiopia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Rwanda) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 | N/A |
| 2012 | 6 | 20.00% |
| 2013 | 7 | 16.67% |
| 2014 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2015 | 9 | 12.50% |
| 2016 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 8 | -11.11% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ethiopia & Rwanda comparison
Ethiopia's area is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi), while the area of Rwanda is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi). This means Rwanda is 40.54 times smaller than Ethiopia.
As of October 2025, Ethiopia's population is ~129.7 million people - 115,113,355 more people than the population of Rwanda.
We have highlighted Ethiopia & Rwanda’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ethiopia | Rwanda | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 129,736,409 | 14,623,054 | 115.1 million more people live in Ethiopia than Rwanda |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 26 | Ethiopia has 15 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Rwanda. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 28 | Ethiopia passport holders visit 16 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 72 | 27 | Ethiopian hosts 45 more foreign missions than Rwanda. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Rwanda travel to Ethiopia in one year?
The number of visitors from Rwanda visiting Ethiopia in 2018 was approximately 8.
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| Sunrise | 10:38 AM | |
Useful Information
- Addis Ababa to Kigali: 1534.86 km (953.71 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 11 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025